Review of Leviathan (2013) by Theodore F — 11 May 2013

A rawly immersive, experimental documentary. Visually and aurally transfixing.

This review of Leviathan (2013) was written by Theodore F on 11 May 2013.

Leviathan has generally received positive reviews.

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