Review of Detachment (2011) by Piotr Maciej K — 15 May 2012

The best movie I've seen in years! Brody rocks! Wow, I am still taken aback by this piece of art!

This review of Detachment (2011) was written by Piotr Maciej K on 15 May 2012.

Detachment has generally received positive reviews.

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