Review of Requiem for a Dream (2000) by Matthew C — 06 Dec 2013

A hard to watch, but essential, unflinching look at the effects of drug use on decent people.

This review of Requiem for a Dream (2000) was written by Matthew C on 06 Dec 2013.

Requiem for a Dream has generally received very positive reviews.

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