Review of Risen (2016) by Maitland Mcdonagh for Film Journal International — 19 Feb 2016

Risen never rises, if you will, above the material.

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This review of Risen (2016) was written by Maitland Mcdonagh and published by Film Journal International on 19 Feb 2016.

Risen has generally received positive reviews.

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