Review of Demolition (2016) by Jesse B — 08 Jul 2016

A oddly feelgood movie centered around depression and despair.

This review of Demolition (2016) was written by Jesse B on 08 Jul 2016.

Demolition has generally received positive reviews.

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By Lisa Jensen (117) for Good Times Santa Cruz (117) on 10 Sep 2017

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By Carole A (6) on 22 Mar 2017

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By Nick E (593) on 29 Apr 2017

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By Nilufer R (1,189) on 07 Apr 2017

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