Review of Calvary (2014) by Wayne M — 10 Jul 2014

Black comedy and uncomfortable psychological thriller.

This review of Calvary (2014) was written by Wayne M on 10 Jul 2014.

Calvary has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Nicoara T (84) on 25 Dec 2016

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By Jc E (474) on 23 Jan 2016

Good catholic priest in a small town in Ireland must die for the sins of catholic priests guilty of pedophilia…

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