Review of mother! (2017) by Jack P — 17 Sep 2017

A reverse "Devil's advocate". I was never bored, and felt the acting was compelling.

This review of mother! (2017) was written by Jack P on 17 Sep 2017.

mother! has generally received positive reviews.

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