Review of Papillon (2017) by William O — 23 Aug 2018

Terrific performance. Great based on true events movie, book worthy of a movie.

This review of Papillon (2017) was written by William O on 23 Aug 2018.

Papillon has generally received positive reviews.

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By Edward Porter (366) for Sunday Times (UK) (753) on 28 Dec 2018

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By Dan L (903) on 05 Nov 2018

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By Rich Cline (3,056) for Shadows on the Wall (2,096) on 21 Dec 2018

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By Andrew J (1,127) on 05 Dec 2018

Well acted, well filmed, I was prepared to see another failed remake but was pleasantly surprised. Good job…

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By Maddie F (6) on 10 Oct 2018

Having never heard of the original film, I didn't quite know what to expect. I ended up seeing it twice…

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By Rtford (14) on 09 Mar 2019

After appreciating the 1973 original, I honestly didn't think I'd enjoy viewing the remake; but I did. Not a great movie, but enjoyable…

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By Avant S (72) on 16 Nov 2018

Technically it is not a bad movie. The cast is good, the cinematography is decent. But one thing still bugs me…

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By Ralfbergs (725) on 18 Dec 2019

I found this movie really interesting. Based on real events and great acting from both leads…

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By Franbarrman (14) on 10 Nov 2018

La película empieza demasiado rápido no nos explican mucho y todo parece pasar por que si, eso me hizo mucho ruido y es mi principal punto…

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By Happy-K (18) on 14 Jun 2019

There was no way that this remake could surpass the original Movie from 1973. After watching this version my thoughts got confirmed…

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