Review of Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (2007) by Alexp. — 24 Nov 2007

Best Ensemble Acting I Have Ever Seen. Hoffman's work in particular is the stuff of legend.

This review of Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (2007) was written by Alexp. on 24 Nov 2007.

Before the Devil Knows You're Dead has generally received very positive reviews.

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