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A Most Violent Year 2014

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What is A Most Violent Year?

A Most Violent Year is a film first released in 2014. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller.

Type
Film
Year
2014
Status
Released
Runtime
125 minutes
Release date
Dec 31, 2014
Studios
Participant, Image Nation Abu Dhabi, FilmNation Entertainment
Genres
Crime, Drama, Thriller
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A Most Violent Year is a film first released in 2014. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.

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Should you watch it?

“An immigrant family fights to protect their business amid New York’s brutal 1981 winter.”

Reasons to watch
  • Captures the tension of a violent era in NYC
  • Focuses on an immigrant family's struggle and ambition
  • Strong sense of place with a winter backdrop
Keep in mind
  • The bleak atmosphere may feel heavy for some viewers
  • Pacing is deliberate, which might feel slow

Watch it if you appreciate a tense, character-focused story about an immigrant family in 1981 New York.

The film’s violent and bleak tone makes it suited for mature audiences.

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What year is the film set in?

It is set in the winter of 1981.

Where does the story take place?

The story takes place in New York City.

What is the main conflict?

An immigrant family tries to expand their business while confronting the city’s rampant violence and corruption.

What genres does the film belong to?

It is classified as crime, drama, and thriller.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.

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