Review of Citizenfour (2014) by Omar A — 23 Feb 2015

2/23/15 HBO.

2015 Academy Award Best Documentary.

This review of Citizenfour (2014) was written by Omar A on 23 Feb 2015.

Citizenfour has generally received very positive reviews.

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