Review of End of Watch (2012) by Dallas T — 06 Jun 2015

Gripping character work elevates the intense, superb "End of Watch" above your average cop thriller, with distracting stylistic choices serving as the only detraction.

This review of End of Watch (2012) was written by Dallas T on 06 Jun 2015.

End of Watch has generally received very positive reviews.

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