Review of A Most Violent Year (2014) by David P — 10 Feb 2015

The most boring movie I have seen all year. No plot development, underwhelming characters, and is in no way thought-provoking. A total yawner.

This review of A Most Violent Year (2014) was written by David P on 10 Feb 2015.

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