Review of Killer Joe (2012) by Jason J — 08 Apr 2016

Extraordinary piece of filmmaking from an outstanding cast. Brutal, tense, distasteful and yet utterly brilliant.

This review of Killer Joe (2012) was written by Jason J on 08 April 2016.

Killer Joe has generally received positive reviews.

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