Review of Take Shelter (2011) by Rowan K — 05 Jun 2012

Absolutely fantastic my favorite psychological thriller of all time.

This review of Take Shelter (2011) was written by Rowan K on 05 Jun 2012.

Take Shelter has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Jonathan D (792) on 26 Jun 2017

One of the best movies ever made and one of the most gorgous Jeff Nichols films next to Midnight Special. The acting is absolutely phonomanal…

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By Einrand (3) on 12 Nov 2016

A film best viewed at home as it is slow in pace and requires the viewer to be comfortable and able to pause if distractions arise…

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By Pdw123 (39) on 18 Sep 2016

This is one of the best films I've ever seen on mental illness or schizophrenia, and should be up for oscar nods this year just for its educational…

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By Kevin B (1,217) on 04 Apr 2017

After over 5 years since I saw this movie, it still haunts me...must pop in my head at least once or twice a week…

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By Greg R (1,187) on 30 Apr 2017

Grade - B 'Take Shelter' is a terifically ambitious second feature from the wonderfully talented Jeff Nichols and it has some wonderful elements…

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By Patrick W (630) on 06 Sep 2017

This movie is slow paced but the story line keeps you intrigued…

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By Edye D (2) on 04 Apr 2017

After over 5 years since I saw this movie, it still haunts me...must pop in my head at least once or twice a week…

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Overprotective and immensely secured…

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One of the best films I've ever seen and my favorite Michael Shannon performance…

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