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Robert Newman's History of Oil

2006 · 46 min Action Comedy Thriller Documentary
5.7 / 10 · TMDB

Stand-up comedian Robert Newman gets to grips with the wars and politics of the last hundred years, from WWI through to the 2003 invasion of Iraq; but rather than adhering to the history we were fed at school, this show places oil centre stage as the cause of all commotion. This innovative history programme is based around Robert Newman's stand-up act and supported by resourceful archive sequences and stills with satirical impersonations of historical figures from Mayan priests to Archduke Ferdinand.

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Year 2006
Country United Kingdom
Genre Action, Comedy, Thriller, Documentary
Director Sean Grundy
Runtime 46 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.7/10 (5 votes)

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Robert Newman's History of Oil has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.7/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A 2006 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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