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Critic Roger Ebert
rated 10

I think you have to see Charlie Kaufman's "Synecdoche, New York" twice. I watched it the first time and knew it was a great film and that I had not mastered it.

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Critic Andrew Male
rated 10

Astonishing. Kaufman has surpassed himself with a film that will delight and confound. You will want to see it again. And again.

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Critic Scott Tobias
rated 8

For this master of mindfuckery, Synecdoche, New York probably qualifies as a magnum opus, since it essentially multiplies Adaptation by an exponential factor...

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Critic Henrik Østergaard
rated 8

...en broget, gravalvorlig gang fritflyvende filosofisk-eksistentiel undren over livet, kærligheden, kunst, menneskelig forfald og døden...

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Critic Oskar Möller
rated 10

...en intrikat vävt och mångbottnat mästerverk.

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Cast & Crew

Charlie Kaufman
Director
Catherine Keener
As Adele Lack
John Rothman
As Dentist
Philip Seymour Hoffman
As Caden Cotard
Tim Guinee
As Needleman Actor
Emily Watson
As Tammy

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Synecdoche, New York is a surreal and thought-provoking film that delves deep into the human experience. It tells the story of Caden Cotard, a struggling theater director who is trying to create a life-size replica of New York City inside a warehouse as part of his new play. As he becomes increasingly consumed by his work, Caden's personal life begins to unravel, and he finds himself grappling with themes of identity, relationships, and mortality. The film features a talented ensemble cast, including Philip Seymour Hoffman in the lead role, and is directed by Charlie Kaufman, known for his innovative and avant-garde approach to storytelling. With its unique blend of drama, comedy, and surrealism, Synecdoche, New York is a fascinating exploration of the human condition that will leave audiences both entertained and introspective.

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