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Best Actor in the film...


Is by far Esai Morales. His performance in this movie is breathtaking and powerful. So believable and intense. He steals every single scene he's in and the movie is that much better than it already is with him in it.

"Hear me now! This place is cursed, damned, and yes your master is the devil!"

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Totally. When I was a kid he would make me nervous whenever he came on screen. I was always afraid of what he'd do next. Now as an adult I can really appreciate how compelling his performance is.

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I couldn't agree more! Like you said, he steals every scene.

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Real talk.

ESAI. No one comes close. Also, the mother was incredible. Remind me of my mom's.


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Absolutely inarguably right

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I agree! He was amazing in this film!! I thought all of the acting was really great. Lou Diamond Phillips' portrayal of Valens was very touching. But yes, Esai as Bob was just perfect!!!

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