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WORTH WATCHING: MIXED
Editorial Verified

Is Safari Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (1991)

Marco, a young Roman reporter, travels to Zaire to carry out a report commissioned by an important naturalistic magazine, but when he arrives in Africa he comes across an illicit d...

✨ The Quick Verdict

SKIP IT

If you are a fan of Drama, Adventure, TV Movie cinema, then Safari offers a standard experience that justifies its existence in the 1991 landscape.

👥 Target Audience

Fans of Drama films
Fans of Adventure films
Fans of TV Movie films
casual viewers seeking light entertainment

📔 Detailed Analysis

📖 The Core Premise

Safari stands as a 1991 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Drama, Adventure, TV Movie landscape. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Marco, a young Roman reporter, travels to Zaire to carry out a report commissioned by an important naturalistic magazine, but when he arrives in Africa he comes across an illicit drug trafficking."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Safari, even the presence of Stéphane Ferrara struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Drama. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Safari worth your time? If you appreciate Drama, Adventure, TV Movie films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Safari misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 94 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.

⏳ Time Investment

94MIN

At approximately 1.6 hours, the film requires a standard time commitment.