Review of The Beguiled (2017) by Felipe F — 22 Aug 2017

Tight, tense, subdued palette, perfect casting.

This review of The Beguiled (2017) was written by Felipe F on 22 Aug 2017.

The Beguiled has generally received positive reviews.

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Coppola, though, outdoes herself; the hazy, derelict vision of a once-idyllic state brought low is captivating in every respect…

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By Micah S (134) on 18 Dec 2018

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It's an unusual and original take on the damages afflicted on all during the Civil War,…

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By Donijr (14) on 08 Nov 2018

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By Steve H (1,232) on 27 Jul 2018

Ugh. Terrible back-lighting…

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