Review of A Most Violent Year (2014) by Sandy K — 20 Sep 2015

A crime drama for adults, A Most Violent Year is refreshingly subdued and terrifically acted by Oscar Isaac and Jessica Chastain.

This review of A Most Violent Year (2014) was written by Sandy K on 20 Sep 2015.

A Most Violent Year has generally received positive reviews.

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