Review of The Neon Demon (2016) by Johnny B — 26 Sep 2016

This would make a great short film if they would only cut 90 minutes off of it. Nothing happens in that hour and a half anyway.

This review of The Neon Demon (2016) was written by Johnny B on 26 Sep 2016.

The Neon Demon has generally received mixed reviews.

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