Review of Django Unchained (2012) by Mark E — 01 May 2015

Though it definitely entertains Tarantino's usual bag of tricks, Django unchained fails to surprise the viewer with anything new up the director's sleeve.

This review of Django Unchained (2012) was written by Mark E on 01 May 2015.

Django Unchained has generally received very positive reviews.

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