Review of Filth (2013) by Logan M — 01 Jun 2015

McAvoy's performance is admirable, but if you want to see a highly impressive movie based on an Irvine Welsh novel, might I recommend "Trainspotting.".

This review of Filth (2013) was written by Logan M on 01 Jun 2015.

Filth has generally received positive reviews.

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