Review of The Vast of Night (2019) by Kevynknox — 15 Dec 2020

Moody and esoteric. The cinematography is gorgeous and haunting. Reminiscent of early Chris Nolan or Aronofsky.

This review of The Vast of Night (2019) was written by Kevynknox on 15 Dec 2020.

The Vast of Night has generally received positive reviews.

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