Review of Fruitvale Station (2013) by Daniel Gus S — 15 Jun 2014

Amazing story and well told. Felt like I was being set up though.

This review of Fruitvale Station (2013) was written by Daniel Gus S on 15 Jun 2014.

Fruitvale Station has generally received very positive reviews.

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