Review of Killer Joe (2012) by Vincent N — 24 Feb 2013

One single tense scene doesn't make a good film, even if the whole film builds up to this final scene.

This review of Killer Joe (2012) was written by Vincent N on 24 Feb 2013.

Killer Joe has generally received positive reviews.

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