Review of First Reformed (2018) by Donald D — 23 Jun 2018

A powerful movie in every way--with great performances by Ethan Hawke. I recommended it to my most serious movie-going friends.

This review of First Reformed (2018) was written by Donald D on 23 Jun 2018.

First Reformed has generally received positive reviews.

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