Review of Sicario (2015) by Kan R — 16 Jan 2016

One of the best drug war movies I've ever seen.

This review of Sicario (2015) was written by Kan R on 16 Jan 2016.

Sicario has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Michael D (2,363) on 29 Jun 2018

In anticipation of the release of Sicario 2 this weekend, I finally got around to seeing Sicario…

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By Nicolas W (100) on 24 Sep 2018

Pretty basic story that is being elevated by Jóhann's score, Roger's cinematography and Denis's directing…

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By Bug M (11) on 21 Jul 2018

Watched this to get up to speed with part 2 coming out. Three main characters did a good job…

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By Kirollos-Noah (30) on 29 Nov 2018

Sicario is directed by Denis Villeneuve, written by Taylor Sheridan and starring Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin and Benicio Del Toro…

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By Joe O (291) on 03 Jul 2018

Sicario is a well paced film…

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By Saif K (8) on 25 Aug 2018

Josh Brolin and Benicio Del Toro are at their best in this clever, heart pounding, ambitious film. Director Denis Villeneuve delivers…

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By Vasco M (520) on 16 Sep 2018

Sicario' pits protocol, morality, and BUREAUCRACY against subversion, revenge, and EFFICIENCY, and it's glorious…

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By Alistair Ryder (351) for Cinemole (129) on 01 Nov 2018

Repeat viewings are likely to prove as addictive as the drugs that are being exported…

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By Kevin P (1,697) on 06 Aug 2018

Strengths: Denis Villeneuve is quickly becoming one of my favorite directors in all of Hollywood. Movies like this are why…

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By Aaron F (285) on 03 Jul 2018

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