Review of Insomnia (2002) by Micha? F — 26 Jun 2014

Riveting, smart, atmospherick and intense psychological drama. One of the first great works from director Christopher Nolan and the last great performance of Al Pacino.

This review of Insomnia (2002) was written by Micha? F on 26 Jun 2014.

Insomnia has generally received very positive reviews.

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