Review of Only God Forgives (2013) by David J — 13 Jan 2015

Messy and boring film. Too many empty scenes where nothing is said or done.

This review of Only God Forgives (2013) was written by David J on 13 Jan 2015.

Only God Forgives has generally received mixed reviews.

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