Review of American Animals (2018) by Matt L — 18 Aug 2018

Original storytelling! Great unexpected sequences and unique energy. A must watch.

This review of American Animals (2018) was written by Matt L on 18 Aug 2018.

American Animals has generally received positive reviews.

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By Shahad A (17) on 23 Nov 2018

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By Real Feel R (4) on 20 Nov 2018

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By Waleed A (914) on 06 Nov 2018

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By Eduardo B (287) on 09 Oct 2018

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To be totally honest, I found the fact that the librarian in this film sounded just like Aunt Lydia in the TV series 'The Handmaid's Tale…

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By Tom Augustine (27) for New Zealand Herald (729) on 23 Oct 2018

What initially appears to be a slight, if entertaining, true-crime heist romp, in fact, hides untold depths in a muscular offering…

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