Review of Animal Kingdom (2010) by Filmgrinder S — 20 Mar 2011

Great crime family drama, a notch above another recent Hollywood entry in this genre.

This review of Animal Kingdom (2010) was written by Filmgrinder S on 20 Mar 2011.

Animal Kingdom has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Moira Macdonald (1,892) for St. Louis Post-Dispatch (1,715) on 23 Aug 2016

All of the performances are skilled, and yet it's Weaver (a veteran screen, television and stage actress in Australia) who, in a smaller role,…

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By Lindsay G (88) on 25 Jan 2016

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By Alex E (154) on 31 Oct 2015

David Michôd's directorial debut, that about the fall of a closely-knitted criminal Melbourne family, is bold and confident but the artful…

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By David S (4,459) on 04 Feb 2016

It is so quiet, such a slow burn, that you can barely read people's faces. Of course, that draws you into a comfort zone you don't deserve…

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Animal Kingdom is a great film…

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By Mike V (837) on 01 Oct 2017

A fascinating character study on the underworld of Aussie crime focusing on the Pope family. Devastatingly hopeless…

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By Mark M (1,680) on 11 Jan 2015

Loosely based on the Pettingill crime family in Melbourne, Australia, David Michôd's Animal Kingdom follows the events in the Cody crime family…

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By Geewah (593) on 21 Jan 2021

Loosely based on one of Australia's most infamous crime families, this chilling crime drama is one of 2010's best movies…

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By Jamie Neish (184) for HeyUGuys (1,461) on 12 Aug 2018

A compelling, astounding and beautifully executed crime drama, supported by vigorous performances by the entire ensemble…

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By Anna B (1,143) on 08 Aug 2017

Flat out amazing. Compelling story from start to finish and another standout performance from Ben Mendelsohn…

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