Review of Age of Uprising: The Legend of Michael Kohlhaas (2013) by Valeria P — 02 Nov 2014

This movie is loosely based on a case in Germany, where Hans Koolhaas revolted against injustice. Good acting, great cinematography.

This review of Age of Uprising: The Legend of Michael Kohlhaas (2013) was written by Valeria P on 02 Nov 2014.

Age of Uprising: The Legend of Michael Kohlhaas has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Sarfaraz A (915) on 16 Feb 2014

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By Rodney G (251) on 23 Apr 2016

Just was not able to get in to the story and for this movie it did not help that it was in subtitles. for me it was to slow and wanted to fall a sleep…

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By Juli N (550) on 25 Aug 2014

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