Review of Chuck Norris vs Communism (2015) by Suzanne F — 14 May 2016

Hate the title, but the film itself is engrossing. Wonderful dramatizations and a clear narrative throughline.

This review of Chuck Norris vs Communism (2015) was written by Suzanne F on 14 May 2016.

Chuck Norris vs Communism has generally received positive reviews.

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By Bill G (190) on 31 Jul 2016

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By Cynthia Fuchs (1,328) for PopMatters (2,617) on 05 Feb 2016

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By Harley M (62) on 24 Apr 2016

The experiencing of film and art as rebellion in and of itself is beyond powerful. Holy shit, I cried through this whole movie…

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By Kristin B (166) on 24 Jul 2016

I wish the film included more background on the political climate in Romania at the time as well as the political fall out after the events…

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