Review of The Family (2013) by Ted R — 27 Nov 2013

Very decent black comedy with great performances and some good laughs..

This review of The Family (2013) was written by Ted R on 27 Nov 2013.

The Family has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Nicholas L (663) on 15 Feb 2015

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By Jc J (16) on 03 Mar 2015

The exact opposite of a successful all-star cast movie. It definitely got the star cast part right but it failed tremendously as a success…

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By John P (2,089) on 18 May 2015

Director Luc Besson loose is talent, since his last movie Leon…

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By Farah R (1,015) on 03 Mar 2015

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By Alan H (304) on 06 Jan 2016

Avoid this film if you have any taste. It glorifies violence and selfishness…

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By Serge L (642) on 27 Aug 2015

Another take on mafia life. Post mafia and under protection. This is serious comedy where the body counts mounts fast…

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