Review of September Dawn (2007) by Michelle R — 06 Dec 2008

Very sad, do not watch if you dislike actual or implied violence but it was well done.

This review of September Dawn (2007) was written by Michelle R on 06 Dec 2008.

September Dawn has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Harsh C (266) on 17 Mar 2012

Basically slanders the Mormons. I'm not saying I agree with their beliefs, or that this wasn't accurate, but what does it accomplish…

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By Stephanie M (549) on 03 Nov 2010

A great movie but it was so sad to watch. Jon Voight is such a great actor…

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By Francisco L (579) on 29 Nov 2009

Wow it was scary and kind of bias but good…

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By J.r. Jones (1,066) for Chicago Reader (7,190) on 08 Nov 2011

The villainous turns by Jon Voight (as a hard-hearted Mormon bishop) and Terence Stamp (as a bloodthirsty Brigham Young) would have been more…

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By Julie W (122) on 01 Jun 2013

Quality film that all should see. Disturbing bit of history…

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By Ammon W (1) on 24 Nov 2012

I'm pleased that this dark chapter of the Mormon Church, and of westward expansion has been addressed in film, but it's a shame that the result…

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By Luke V (180) on 24 Apr 2012

I thought this to be a pretty funny movie and Jon Voight's overacting had me laughing out loud..don't take the movie too serious and you will…

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By Justin Chang (1,535) for Variety (12,700) on 05 May 2013

The didactic presentation, grim speechifying and tacked-on love story all signify a less-than-healthy regard for the audience's intelligence…

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By Joshua L (2,111) on 20 Feb 2012

Ever Want a reason 2 hate Mormons, watch this…

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By Kaitlyn L (18) on 03 Jun 2009

I might watch this again some time, but I am undecided about it. I like historical movies and I enjoy the subject…

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