Review of A Dark Truth (2012) by Jing B — 08 Jun 2013

Its sad to know if this is happening in real life.

This review of A Dark Truth (2012) was written by Jing B on 08 Jun 2013.

A Dark Truth has generally received mixed reviews.

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While there was nothing original in the plot structure, the moral ambiguity expressed through several key characters was somewhat refreshing...though,…

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By Sean P (1,027) on 06 Mar 2013

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By Gary Goldstein (1,089) for Los Angeles Times (12,977) on 10 Jan 2013

For all the attempted intrigue and mayhem, the film is dullsville, mired by a poky script, unremarkable action and, the hard-working Garcia…

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By Maitland Mcdonagh (2,150) for Film Journal International (5,095) on 10 Jan 2013

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By Wiebke K (391) on 14 Apr 2013

The idea is an important one, and I expected way more from Whitaker and Garcia -- but their acting was as expressionless as the faces of the…

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By Kurt B (457) on 27 Dec 2012

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