Review of Five Minutes of Heaven (2009) by John M — 24 Jan 2016

Seriously underrated indie flick that's satisfyingly somber and with powerful performances of enigmatic characters.

This review of Five Minutes of Heaven (2009) was written by John M on 24 Jan 2016.

Five Minutes of Heaven has generally received positive reviews.

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