Review of Affliction (2012) by Jeff B — 06 Jan 2013

Typical of a dysfunctional family afflicted by abuse... sad movie but good..

This review of Affliction (2012) was written by Jeff B on 06 Jan 2013.

Affliction has generally received positive reviews.

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Yet another tragic character study from Paul Schrader, full of pessimism and great acting. Probably on par with Light Sleeper…

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By Mark N (906) on 24 Jul 2010

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By Kevin H (1,172) on 11 Nov 2012

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By Leah H (140) on 11 Nov 2012

Plodding emotional torture for no reason. OK, I guess it may be effective at dissuading people from moving to New Hampshire, but that's it…

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By David F (1,889) on 02 Jan 2010

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By Marnie Z (226) on 24 Jun 2011

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By Kris W (359) on 06 Jan 2011

This was an AMAZING emotional drama. VERY worth the watch. Nolte is GREAT…

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By Brad S (2,657) on 07 Apr 2012

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