Review of Killer Joe (2012) by Rosie P — 17 Jan 2013

This movie was messed up, a little disturbing, not used to seeing Matt McCaughnahay play that kind of roll.

This review of Killer Joe (2012) was written by Rosie P on 17 January 2013.

Killer Joe has generally received positive reviews.

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By Gimly M (816) on 27 Jan 2017

It was ok - but it was more uncomfortable for me - not at all funny…

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By Wjs (117) on 16 Sep 2015

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By Jennifer T (990) on 08 Oct 2015

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