Review of A Most Violent Year (2014) by Zachary F — 22 Jan 2016

A very plain film in every way, except for the cinematography. I've already forgotten it.

This review of A Most Violent Year (2014) was written by Zachary F on 22 Jan 2016.

A Most Violent Year has generally received positive reviews.

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