Review of Fruitvale Station (2013) by Tyler S — 25 Jan 2014

Overall Grade: B+.

A slow burning film, but filled with great performances and a strong directing debut from Coogler.

This review of Fruitvale Station (2013) was written by Tyler S on 25 Jan 2014.

Fruitvale Station has generally received very positive reviews.

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