Review of Flashbacks of a Fool (2008) by Emre A — 19 Oct 2008

I think Daniel Craig prove that he is not only good in kicking some ass .. but in doing drama .. nice performance n inspiration too.

This review of Flashbacks of a Fool (2008) was written by Emre A on 19 Oct 2008.

Flashbacks of a Fool has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Lemuel G (26) on 15 Oct 2010

I really enjoyed this movie - not sure why so many people have given it a bad rating - it reminded me of my Childhood and memories of the past…

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By Adrienne L (425) on 13 Aug 2010

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By Laura B (721) on 15 Apr 2011

Shake your hair girl with your ponytail Take me right back when you were young…

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By Zahran Z (82) on 24 Dec 2010

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By Sakatsu H (33) on 28 Oct 2011

A film that I couldn't say awesome nor lousy…

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By Juha P (38) on 09 Apr 2011

A pretty nice (yet typical) drama, where actors get to get out of their comfort zones…

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By Audrey T (59) on 15 Apr 2012

This movie hurt my feelings, made me cry, made me regretful and made me wish I could be young again…

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By Mark O (468) on 16 Oct 2010

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