Review of Fruitvale Station (2013) by Mathue E — 26 May 2015

An interesting character study of a victim of police brutality. This is why riots happen.

This review of Fruitvale Station (2013) was written by Mathue E on 26 May 2015.

Fruitvale Station has generally received very positive reviews.

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