Review of Detachment (2011) by Kevin J — 19 Sep 2012

Saw this movie last night in Brussels - harrowing but brilliant!

This review of Detachment (2011) was written by Kevin J on 19 Sep 2012.

Detachment has generally received positive reviews.

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