Review of Murder on the Orient Express (2017) by Mark E — 26 Dec 2017

Fabulous adaptation of a classic AC novel.

The cast are impeccable and the direction, cinematography and script constantly delight.

This review of Murder on the Orient Express (2017) was written by Mark E on 26 Dec 2017.

Murder on the Orient Express has generally received mixed reviews.

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