Review of Blue Valentine (2010) by Chris S — 09 Apr 2012

Rarely have I seen a film so realistically portray the ups and downs of a relationship without Hollywoodizing it. Gosling was snubbed big time.

This review of Blue Valentine (2010) was written by Chris S on 09 Apr 2012.

Blue Valentine has generally received positive reviews.

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By Aaron R (726) on 04 Apr 2018

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Puntaje Original: 6.5 Buenas actuaciones de sus protagonistas, historia introspectiva y reflexiva que mantendrá satisfechos a los amantes…

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