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The History of Concrete

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Taylor Williams Slant Magazine 3d
3/4
The odd and poignant The History of Concrete could be seen as a show of Buddhist acceptance on John Wilson's part of art's, and by extension life's, transience. Go to Full Review
Adrian Horton Guardian 3d
As a standalone film, The History of Concrete is consistently laugh-out-loud funny, compelling and surprising, if 20 minutes too long. And, of course, about much more than just concrete. Go to Full Review
Nick Schager The Daily Beast 4d
With his maiden cinematic venture, Wilson doesn’t break new ground so much as continue his idiosyncratic artistry on a larger scale. Go to Full Review
Ross Bonaime Collider 3d
8/10
If The History of Concrete proves anything, it’s that Wilson can make a movie about anything and make it absolutely brilliant. Go to Full Review
Daniel Howat Next Best Picture 4d
7/10
"The History of Concrete" may be one of the funniest documentaries you ever seen, but it also packs a surprising emotional punch. Go to Full Review
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Movie Info

Director
John Wilson
Producer
John Wilson, Clark Filio, Shirel Kozak, Allie Viti
Production Co
Central Pictures
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 40m