Garden State

  • 2004


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86 % Certified Fresh
$ 35 Million
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Positive Reviews 101
Negative reviews 11
Average Rating 3.7/5
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1.5
Mostly, however, Braff just suffers from the free floating ennui that Mose Allison called young mans blues. Av Club
3.0
Its to Braffs credit as a first time filmmaker with a suburban laughing boy soul that his story is as warm and unforced as it is. EW
3.8
This is not a perfect movie; it meanders and ambles and makes puzzling detours. Rogerebert
4.0
While there are some clumsy detours, Garden State is filled with outstanding performances and moments of great authenticity, sensitivity, and heart. Common Sense Media
4.5
The comparison to Mike Nichols generation defining 67 masterpiece is more than apt. Austin Chronicle
1.5
That American indie cinema isnt what it once was is all too evident in this utterly innocuous concoction: two parts quirky but cute, one part pure mus .. Time Out
3.8
And when that film is a coming of age story disguised as a quirky romance with more than a few references to The Graduate, youve got what looks like a ..
3.5
An edgy quasi comedy, its very funny in places, touching in others.
3.5
That humor is often delivered in the form of sight gags, which Braff executes with dexterity, even if the bits dont always advance the story.
4.0
The comparison to Mike Nichols generation defining 67 masterpiece is more than apt.
3.0
Garden State, Zach Braffs small, smart, off kilter comedy, has the cheek to present itself as The Graduate 2004, although its affectionate subversion .. The New York Times
4.5
the heart and soul of Garden State is Zach Braff . . . I can guarantee my a** will be in the seat for whatever project he helms next E Film Critic
5.0
Garden State is a great movie, full of bizarre wit and winning moments, laden with excellent performances and even a few good natured morals. E Film Critic
5.0
Belongs on the short list of modern films like Beautiful Girls and Lost In Translation which engulf us in an invisible technique known as storytelling .. E Film Critic
2.5
It has an askew sense of humor thats grounded in honest observation. San Francisco Chronicle
4.5
Its a movie with few special effects, and no real action sequences. Cinema Blend
4.0
It may not end up making the generational statement its grasping for, but it is a thoughtful and eccentric movie thatll win audiences and hearts with .. Cinema Blend
4.0
The thing I loved most about this movie was its distinctive style, particularly in terms of its shot compositions, its use of camera and its abundant .. JoBlo
4.0
As you have probably intuited by now, this is a very funny and touching romantic comedy populated by some colorful characters. Spirituality And Practice
3.0
Has incidental pleasures, but its no cinematic Eden...a picture with nice moments that never connect into an especially enlightening or compelling who .. One Guys Opinion
3.2
Nevertheless the slight story is not without genuine feelings, a certain charm and a good message about handling a twentysomethings alienation. Sover
3.1
Its a forgettable film featuring a throw away story with unmemorable characters and unremarkable performances. ReelViews
3.0
Although Zach Braffs promising writing directing debut is a bit affected, few actors with behind the camera aspirations succeed as well as the Scrubs .. Tv Guide
4.4
Nevertheless, its a wonderful arthouse find that leaves youfeeling good and warm and open to the world. Combust Ible Celluloid
2.0
Literal screaming into the abyss is primal scream therapy and a faulty dishwasher hinge is the stuff of great tragedy.
3.8
Poignantly portrays a detached man who decides to tackle life with all its pain, joys and everything in between with his eyes open and his head clear. Usa Today
5.0
Braff doesnt fall into the playing it safe trap that seems to plague many first time directors, choosing instead to take chances and imbue the film wi .. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
It is one of this years best films.Andrew kicks the drugs and begins to feel emotions for the first time in years. Lariat
3.0
The jokes are endearing, funny and clever, and that detour is in fact thematically quite relevant. Eric Ds Nider
3.0
Tweet Garden State Mark Halverson By This article was published on 08.26.04 Advertisement Zach Braff from TVs Scrubs wrote, directed and stars in this .. News Review
4.0
And Portman creates a woman anyone would fall instantly in love with shes kinetic, funny, clever and best of all a compulsive liar. Shadows On The Wall
4.0
As such itll leave you eager to see what Braff comes up with next.In addition, its practically guaranteed to achieve cult status amongst its target au .. View London
3.8
Inspired by Isaac Asimov, the movie has a few ideas on its mind, but its far more interested in action.Still, science fiction fans may find it an inst .. Cs Monitor
4.0
Every summer movie season needs an offbeat love story and Braffs film neatly fills that niche for 2004. Ethan Alter Film Journal International ..
4.4
This often dark and certainly odd comedy has honest to goodness emotional investment. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.1
A standard issue, first movie navel gaze whose cobwebs Braff meticulously sweeps away by directing the bejesus out of it. Boston
4.5
In fact, its given to Portman to sum up the sense of what its like to face the world on its own terms: I know it hurts.But its life and its real. Mountain X
3.8
The definition remains unsettled and ineffectual.But full time employees everywhere know that being replaced by a temp or a contractor is not just a p .. Star Tribune
2.0
Three robbers were caught on video stealing from this Malton jewelry store. Toronto Star
3.0
But Garden State is naive and may have too much heart to qualify as smart. Emanuellevy
4.0
Its easy to connect with and enjoy such a universal story about pain, loss, love and overcoming roadblocks. Reel Talk Reviews
4.0
Braff truly creates a film worth watching with a funny, sweet, and very well acted slice of life. Cinema Crazed
4.0
The story may not be new, but the characters are fresh and the performances vibrant from the young ensemble cast.
3.5
While Braffs script may suffer from long windedness, his direction of both cast and camera is so confident that this debut could well mark the start o .. Flim Threet
4.0
Portman offers a spirited counterpoint although Sams relentless kookiness signals the one contrivance in an otherwise keenly observed script (her pecu .. Bbc
5.0
Braff captures his affectionate but uncompromisingly real characters with a level of pronounced depth and sympathy rarely afforded cinematic creations .. The Movie Boy
4.0
Audiences will surely complain when they discover that the self proclaimed comedy may not seem as funny as it really is with only hints of laugh out l .. Bullz-Eye
4.0
It must be nice to write and direct movies for yourself to star in. Las Vegas Weekly
3.5
The Curse of La Llorona cast members Raymond Cruz, Patricia Velasquez and Linda Cardellini, along with director Michael Chaves, share some personal La .. Calendar Live
3.0
Garden State is so full of wit and the genuine heart of characters that you cant help but care about what happens to them. Seattle Pi
4.0
In part, this is due to a feel for the darker shades of absurdism and a nice line in sight gags. Standard
2.0
He liberally applies inventive atmospheric sight gags to tweak the audiences visual comprehension of the storys subtext. Coles Mithey
4.5
The humor is far more subtle than you might expect, often resorting to sight gags that are more surreal than funny.
5.0
A sublimely honest alchemy of diminishing angst and gawky romance, Garden State has a depth of emotion that is rare for such a self aware comedy and B .. Spliced Wire
3.1
Deadpan, melancholy, and slightly absurd, like Donnie Darko, or Igby Goes Down Movie Habit
1.9
Look, the real wonder of WW84 is that this maybe isnt the worst thing about it. Film Freak Central
3.0
Any flaws are offset by a genuinely dark sense of humor, understated performances and a rejection of tidy conclusions. E Online
2.5
As with all Lecontes films, Intimate Strangers subject is the way an unexpected encounter can drag long suppressed yearnings to the surface in the mos .. La Weekly
3.8
Both funny and touching, this is a small film that deserves to be seen by a wider audience. Three Movie Buffs
3.1
New KSHSAA director Bill Faflick said his organizations purpose is to have student athletes achieve at a higher academic level, become good citizens a .. Kansas City
3.0
Braffs film might not be saying anything new, but at least it finds a reasonably clever, occasionally novel way to say it. The Stranger
3.8
Heres a quirky little movie with a good heart.Delighting in the odd, extraordinary, and eccentric little pastimes or habits that make ordinary people .. Ross Anthony
5.0
an atmosphere reminiscent of Chekov in its finely drawn characters and astute observations of how life can be tragic and absurd at the same time Killer Movie Reviews
5.0
Braff updates that films ideas of shaking off lifes looming expectations using equally observant visual motifs, carefully crafted conversations and ea .. The Filmy Ap
5.0
The performances here are quietly exhilarating..Braff doesnt work overtime selling the drama of Largemans existence.
3.8
Back Shelf Beauties by Willie Waffle Garden State Weve seen some surprising and refreshing movies from television stars this year.Jennifer Garner was .. Waffle Movies
3.0
The heavily sedated Large doesnt even have an emotional reaction when learning his paraplegic mother drowned in her bath. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
3.0
You will be able to save yourself from getting disappointed of watching nothing but a lame movie. Window To The Movies
4.0
Those numbers are reason enough for cynicism about Wish I Was Here. Flavor Wire
3.5
Although flawed, Garden State is a good natured film whose very likeability leaves you willing to overlook its shortcomings. Film 4
3.0
A little gem of a film full of believably offbeat characters and eclectic mood music. Guide Live
4.0
Theres a lot to like about Garden State, which, as romantic comedy goes, manages to be both very funny and essentially sweet natured. Its daffy. Jam! Movies
2.0
Few comedies of any stripe have the courage to trust its viewers that much. Flip Side Archive
3.8
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3.0
There is a lot to this story, but its also filled with offbeat moments and entertaining characters. From The Balcony
3.5
...a delightfully quirky look at finding oneself and accepting who and what we are and what life is all about. Movie Metropolis
3.0
A simplistic and insincere character piece with elements of smug comedy. Film Blather
4.0
Garden State depicts self realization in beautifully modulated baby steps. Filmcritic.com
2.5
This film is somewhat interesting and a good first effort for Zach Braff in his directorial debut. Entertainment Spectrum
4.5
succeeds as both a solid sentimental comedy and as a serious statement about the dangers of letting life pass you by. James Sanford on Film
5.0
Zach Braff should promptly quit his TV show and devote himself to making movies full time. Aisle Seat
4.0
The humor tends to lean a little toward the dark side... with an undercurrent of sadness that makes the movie feel more real. TheMovieChicks.com
2.5
For its first half, Braffs ode to mid 20s aimlessness boasts a sweet, moody rhythm, capturing the tumultuous frustration born from not knowing how or .. Nicks Chager
1.5
Braff does not use flashbacks to get his point across; instead, he opts for the ancient art of storytelling. IGN Movies
4.0
Van Peebles has effectively made a movie about a movie that is entertaining and enlightening. Films Nobs
3.1
It makes sense that Large would behave this way; but why should we care Seattle Times
3.0
I drew traces of Cameron Crowe out of Braffs gem, from his observant screenplay and witty dialogue to his expert use of gorgeous pop music. Eclipse Magazine
4.0
Zach Braffs writing directing debut demonstrates that hes got real talent backing up his ambitions. Net Flix
2.5
Garden State is the quintessential first film from a young director: its packed to the gills with overreaching themes and relentless style. Film Jerk
3.5
The long, long shots of The Graduate are here interrupted by bursts of triple time diversion.Except Large hasnt given up on meaning. Web Archive
4.5
Quirkily loveable characters plus a dreamlike and hallucinatory sheen make this fantasical romantic comedy bristle with a sense of bliss and wonder. Film Force Ign
5.0
The film manages to be delightfully offbeat while simultaneously providing weight and depth. Kc Active
3.8
Braff, now a proven triple threat, is blessed with his own comic chops, an eye for the small details of regular life and a simple, straightforward dir .. Chicago Tribune
1.5
Braff demonstrates a weird visual flair, but his smug script collapses into contrivance before Andrew touches bottom. Boston Phoenix
5.0
There are a few films each year that sneak up out of nowhere and totally knock you out; this is one. Amazing! Supercala.com
4.4
does more than knock it out of the park this one reaches all the way to the county line.
3.0
Portman, a fine young actress, has rarely been used to such good effect.
3.5
I was sorry when I learned that Michaels, the well known childrens hair cutting salon at Madison Avenue and 90th Street, went out of business recently .. Ny Observer
4.4
A sublime and sophisticated debut from writer/director/star Zack Braff, this years Lost in Translation with Newark, NJ standing in for Tokyo. Imdb
4.5
Its the little moments that make Zach Braffs directorial debut a mesmerizing and emotional viewing.
4.4
While I am aware of the films cliches and formulas, there is still something about this film that connected with me in a visercal way.
0.5
I had forgotten that it was possible to laugh at the movies without watching a dog get drunk on Scotch or two unwitting teenage siblings make out. Rich Mond
3.8
A quirky, at times terrifically sweet and well acted coming of age tale. Boston Herald
4.5
Its like a perfect pop song that thing that makes you smile and tear up at the same time. Dallas Observer
5.0
Delightful, unexpected, intimate, dark, and funny. Best value for your dollar! Cinerina
4.0
Ames fraternity causes fire at leased property during bonfire After adding couches to their firepit, the fire grew out of control, its heat causing a .. Dm Register
3.5
Braff deftly avoids Author Intrusion by understanding how to imbue his ideas into the fabric of his characters. Mixed Reviews
3.5
As an actor, Braff seems to channel Ray Romano, whose genial, earnest persona was better suited to the small screen. Modamag.com
5.0
It has much in common with The Graduate, and unlike so many other films that have followed the 1967 classic, it is worthy of the comparison. Star-Democrat (Easton, MD) ..
4.5
For a director who acts in almost every frame of his own movie, acquits himself well. LYTRules.com
4.0
What makes Garden State such a pleasure to watch is its great sensitivity to human detail. Movie Gazette
5.0
What shall we call todays 20 somethings just discovering anomie for the first time Maybe The Medicated Generation fits best. Generation Med. Off Off Off
4.5
While Garden State likely wont stand up over time beside the films it emulates, it certainly cant be faulted for trying. An impressive debut. Freeze Dried Movies
4.0
But somewhere between the Prozac and Zoloft is a comedy of rare charm. Cine Scene
4.5
Braff is in possession of a distinct vision and an acute sensibility, both of which become clearly evident during the course of the film.
4.5
Peter Saarsgards role in Garden State is one of the main reasons to see the film. Cinemonkey
1.5
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