Review of Fruitvale Station (2013) by Aaron F — 31 May 2014

Michael B. Jordan has a star-making performance in this great powerful drama that's on the caliber of Menace II Socety, Boyz In The Hood, & Juice.

This review of Fruitvale Station (2013) was written by Aaron F on 31 May 2014.

Fruitvale Station has generally received very positive reviews.

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