Review of Calvary (2014) by Alexander P — 27 Apr 2014

Really great film because of unforgettable characters and an interesting premise.

This review of Calvary (2014) was written by Alexander P on 27 Apr 2014.

Calvary has generally received very positive reviews.

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

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