Review of Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (2007) by Will S — 20 Aug 2009

Well the world is a messed up place... Hoffman knows this character well...

This review of Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (2007) was written by Will S on 20 Aug 2009.

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

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