Robinson in Space (1997)
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Two fictional characters, The Narrator (Paul Scofield) and Robinson, provide the wry commentary for Patrick Keiller's semi-documentary look at contemporary British society. The two have been commissioned by a British advertising company to do a thorough survey of Great Britain in order to… More Two fictional characters, The Narrator (Paul Scofield) and Robinson, provide the wry commentary for Patrick Keiller's semi-documentary look at contemporary British society. The two have been commissioned by a British advertising company to do a thorough survey of Great Britain in order to discern its "problem," the exact nature of which is never elucidated. The two embark upon seven distinct trips across the country and find it inundated with ugly urban sprawl and nearly devoid of habitation. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
- Directed By
- Patrick Keiller
- Genres
- Documentary
- In Theaters
- Jan 10, 1997 Wide
Critic Reviews
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Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews
It fascinates because it's so offbeat, witty and provocative.
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Paul Scofield
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