Nowhere [1998]


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Oh no!
Review date: 2006-01-05 Rating: 4 out of 10

Don't get me wrong. I love Gregg Araki. I love, love Gregg Araki. This film does not do his work justice. It appears he was given a far too substantial budget and decided that with this budget he would creative a vomitingly, colourful wasteland that we cannot identify with at all. The script isn't very good and it doesn't capture any empathy with the audience and the teenagers. Not only this, but it is really confusing, and I lost my interest shortly into the beginning.

Basically, the story covers a day of truancy from school for a group of teenagers. During this day the teenagers experience substance abuse, "free love", alien abduction and the occasional brush with crime. The acting is impressive at points, but it is very difficult to watch the characters without getting annoyed.

Doom Generation is fantastic, it is a far better film; with twists and turns that will leave you suprised. You even believe the emotions associated with the characters! I would advice you to spend your money on Doom Generation and Mysterious Skin instead!


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Heading Nowhere
Review date: 2005-05-10 Rating: 10 out of 10

Um...like, nowhere is amazing. Not for dull, boring planks but for easily visually excited fans of doomed teen movies. I totally connected to the antics going on in this film, this is after all how all of us teens have fun. It's a hugely complex film with sad undertones yet its funny too, the dialogue is legendary. The costumes, sets etc is like way cool and the alien sub-theme is so relevant. If your a cool person, you'll connect with this, big time.

What a finaly
Review date: 2003-12-26 Rating: 10 out of 10

This is the third film in Gregg Araki's 'teen apocolypse trilogy', sadly i cannot say that ive seen 'totally f****ed up' but this and doom generation are absolutely amazing movies.

This film follows a group of teens who should instead of being at school are out enjoying themselves and living life to the full. The film leads up to a party at the end where everything comes to a wierd end.

Once again Araki has casted James Duval as the lead, who as usual manages to portray a teen whoes stricken with teen angst that he can hardly seem bothered to get out of bed in the morning.

This film gives off a feel that only a Araki film could, with questions on sexualty and validity. In brief, this film is a must see, but rember that this is not a normal film, so expect the unexpected and enjoy while it makes sence.

A great end to the trilogy
Review date: 2003-12-26 Rating: 10 out of 10

This is the third film in Gregg Araki's 'teen apocolypse trilogy', sadly i cannot say that ive seen 'totally f****ed up' but this and doom generation are absolutely amazing movies.
This film follows a group of teens who should be going to school, but instead are hanging around a cafes, it proceed threwout the whole day, ending in a party and many interesting going ons.
Once again Araki has casted James Duval as the lead, who as usual manages to do as little as possible and still make the film great. If you watch carefully you will see many familiar faces, and odd goings on.
This film gives off a feel that makes it fit well with Doom generation, even though they are very different films. In brief, this film is a must, but rember it is different from man other films you may have seen.


Refreshing alternative to the ouvre
Review date: 2000-07-31 Rating: 8 out of 10

I first saw this movie with my mates after seeing 'The Doom Generation', the 1995 film from the same director. 'Nowhere' is in fact the second film in the trilogy by Gregg Araki. I think that this is definitely the best. It offers a refreshing slant on the analysis of youth culture, and with all these feel good teen movies around, it's intriguing to find an inspirational and in-your-face contribution to the ouvre. The narrative focuses on Dark (played by James Duval), a sexually confused and enigmatic character who tries to un-ravel the meaning behind his feelings. However, we don't just observe life through his eyes. Oh no. The other characters seem to tackle a variety of recognisable and not so recognisable issues, ranging from bulemia to bondage! I really do encourage you to see this movie, and if you're a bit of a celebrity craving pundit, then you'll also appreciate the cast. Rachel True (The Craft), Nathan Bexton (Go), Ryan Phillippe (Cruel Intentions), Heather Graham (Austin powers 2), Mena Suvari (American Beauty)all star. Plus, there are appearances from Denise Richards, Christina Applegate, Rose McGowan, Shannon Doherty and the porn star Traci Lords! And look out for a surprising and risque storyline involving 'Baywatch's' Jaason Simmons. If you don't appreciate the post-modern stylings of this movie, you'll at least love the exxagerated, hilarious one-liners that they often spout out. Gregg Araki is a director who doesn't get near enough recognition for his work. i really think that this style of film-making will be the future of the genre. Cheers Niall and Joel for introducing this movie to me. Go see it, or i'll have to "have my ball hairs burned off with an acetylene torch". And look out for his new movie 'Splendor'.


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Actor(s):
James Duval
Rachel True
Nathan Bexton
Debi Mazar
Chiara Mastroianni

Creators:
James Duval (Primary Contributor)
Rachel True (Primary Contributor)
Gregg Araki (Producer)
Gregg Araki (Writer)
Andrea Sperling (Producer)
Grégoire Sorlat (Producer)
Ilene Staple (Producer)
Jon Kuyper (Producer)
Nicole Arbib (Producer)

Director(s):

Recording label: Pathe Distribution
Manufacturer: Pathe Distribution
EAN: 9321337042831
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 1
Format: PAL, Widescreen,
Release date: 2003-06-30
Number of discs: 1
Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
Audience rating: Suitable for 18 years and over
Region code: 2
Running time: 78 minutes
Theatrical release date: 1997-05-09
Language: English (Original Language)

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