Review of Affliction (2012) by Ernie P — 07 Nov 2006

Terrific little film...powerhouse performance by James Coburn (which won him an Oscar)...Nolte (one of my favourite actors) was also nominated...well worth watching.

This review of Affliction (2012) was written by Ernie P on 07 Nov 2006.

Affliction has generally received positive reviews.

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As unremarkable a film that I can remember. the story is book ended by a narration that screams of self-importance…

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