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Mondays in the Sun
This film is not based on a real story. It is based on thousands.
This film is not based on a real story. It is based on thousands.
Comedy, Drama - 2002
7.7
80%
64
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Details

Rated:
R
Runtime:
113 min
Release date:
27 Sep 2002
Country:
ES, FR, IT
Languages:
Spanish, German
Budget:
$4,000,000
Revenue:
$146,402
Awards:
45 wins & 19 nominations.

Top Critics Reviews

fresh:
Thoughtful and well-acted, but a little flat in the story department.
– John Hartl,
Seattle Times,
22 Aug 2003
fresh:
The best thing that can be said about this funny, poignant and compassionate film is that watching it is not work.
– Terry Lawson,
Detroit Free Press,
22 Aug 2003
rotten:
Midway, Mondays in the Sun becomes as dull as a day with nothing to do.
– Mick LaSalle,
San Francisco Chronicle,
5 Sep 2003
fresh:
A small, intimate film that moves viewers with its passion.
– Jeff Strickler,
Minneapolis Star Tribune,
11 Sep 2003
fresh:
In these days of cutbacks and belt-tightening, its story has a strong resonance.
– Jay Boyar,
Orlando Sentinel,
20 Sep 2003
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