Review of McCullin (2012) by Keith R — 14 Oct 2015

Brilliant documentary on the work of a renowned photojournalist.

This review of McCullin (2012) was written by Keith R on 14 Oct 2015.

McCullin has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Allan Hunter (1,486) for Daily Express (UK) (2,141) on 28 Dec 2012

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By Mugeni M (1) on 24 Jun 2013

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By Daniel P (2,457) on 03 Jul 2013

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By Adam Woodward (285) for Little White Lies (3,136) on 03 Jan 2013

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By Trevor Johnston (624) for Radio Times (2,421) on 03 Jan 2013

Here's a man who has witnessed what he terms the price of humanity: his pictures and this compelling documentary are eloquent testimony to…

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By Steve J (513) on 05 Feb 2013

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By Amy Taubin (175) for Artforum (101) on 04 Nov 2015

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