Review of Mystery Road (2013) by Rae H — 17 Jun 2015

Quite reminiscent of No Country for Old Men.

This review of Mystery Road (2013) was written by Rae H on 17 Jun 2015.

Mystery Road has generally received positive reviews.

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By Patricia F (65) on 09 Jan 2016

Excellent Australian thriller, true to life in the outback. Best since Wake in Fright…

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By F B (850) on 08 Nov 2015

Impressive nuanced performances. A pitch-perfect and lovely final scene. One of the lesser known gems of 2014…

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By Barry T (888) on 22 Mar 2015

A slow burning Aussie film babout criminal life in the outback and an aboriginal murder. Good…

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By Matt V (415) on 05 Dec 2014

Wonderful. The Western, relocated to the racial tensions of modern day dustbowl Australia…

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By Terryn T (2) on 04 Feb 2015

Turned out to be an awesome movie. Good mix of plot and action…

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By Jason H (1,621) on 11 Jan 2015

Mystery Road is a fantastic Australian crime drama with great cinematography and a deep and understated acting performance by Aaron Petersen…

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By Geewah (593) on 20 Dec 2020

Exceptional modern day western set in the remote and rugged yet stunning outback of Australia…

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By Themumblelover . (186) on 25 Jun 2015

Pitted against prejudice and corruption this lonesome film noir slowing draws you where you are held in suspense, this film is intriguing,…

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By Tony D (457) on 09 Jan 2015

Dark, mostly depressing,a bit slow, but very well played…

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By Darren B (567) on 24 Apr 2015

Thoroughly enjoyed this mystery crime thriller set in the Outback of Australia. Excellent movie, great story and very good acting from all…

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