Review of Far from Men (2015) by Bernadette V — 19 Sep 2015

Viggo Mortensen give a great performance in this atmospheric and restrained drama set in 1950s Algeria. Worth seeing for his performance and the landscapes alone!

This review of Far from Men (2015) was written by Bernadette V on 19 Sep 2015.

Far from Men has generally received positive reviews.

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