Review of A Most Violent Year (2014) by Victor D — 28 Dec 2017

Despite the powerful performances delivered by Isaac and Chastain, the movie feels unnecessarily long and slow.

This review of A Most Violent Year (2014) was written by Victor D on 28 Dec 2017.

A Most Violent Year has generally received positive reviews.

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