Review of Burn After Reading (2008) by Simon O — 14 Jan 2013

One of the Coen Brothers weakest films. It has brilliant moments but ultimately comes off flat and a bit forced.

This review of Burn After Reading (2008) was written by Simon O on 14 Jan 2013.

Burn After Reading has generally received positive reviews.

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Review of Burn After Reading (2008) by Simon O — 14 Jan 2013

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