Review of A Most Violent Year (2014) by Jake A — 07 Nov 2015

One of my favorite films of the year. A brilliant display of craft on all levels. Oscar Isaacs continues to build on recent successes.

This review of A Most Violent Year (2014) was written by Jake A on 07 Nov 2015.

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