Review of Fruitvale Station (2013) by Mark T — 20 Nov 2013

Good movie but very manipulative. The killing of Oscar was horrible as it is, no need to make him into a saint who mourns hurt doggies.

This review of Fruitvale Station (2013) was written by Mark T on 20 Nov 2013.

Fruitvale Station has generally received very positive reviews.

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