Review of Epidemic (1987) by Adam G — 28 Jan 2008

Uggh. This is not Von Trier's finest hour.

This review of Epidemic (1987) was written by Adam G on 28 Jan 2008.

Epidemic has generally received positive reviews.

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I just dont know. I dont get it. I love his work - but I felt like this was a deliberate piss in my face…

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Well.. maybe it could have been an original idea but I found it boring and I don't like when he assumes to act in his movies…

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