Review of The Karen Carpenter Story (1989) by Private U — 16 Feb 2008

Perfect televisual entertainment for a rainy day (or Monday).

This review of The Karen Carpenter Story (1989) was written by Private U on 16 Feb 2008.

The Karen Carpenter Story has generally received positive reviews.

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By Diane B (119) on 28 May 2007

Lots of good music from the 60's and a good story line…

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By Mec R (628) on 11 Mar 2008

IT WILL MOVE YOU TO TEARS, LAUGH TOO, AND SING…

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By Traci P (53) on 03 Dec 2006

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By Jack Y (326) on 13 Aug 2007

Good journey through recent history and the battle against anorexia that Carpenter faced…

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By Heather A (227) on 26 Nov 2007

Good movie, very sad. Cynthia Gibb was very memorable in this movie…

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By Trevor H (360) on 20 Jul 2007

I'm crying like a baby after five minutes of this film! Considering Richard had a lot of input to this movie, it's a brave depiction…

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By Andrew D (1,611) on 27 Dec 2008

Good film version of the story of Karen Carpenter which is as faithful as possible to her actual life whilst also remaining enjoyable to watch…

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By Annie M (111) on 23 Jun 2007

This movie isn't too accurate, or too stunning, but if you're a Carpenters fan, it's a must-see…

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By Jake S (662) on 23 May 2012

There is a clever little scene in The Karen Carpenter Story, where both Carpenters are in a recording studio, and Richard makes an impromptu…

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By Tabitha W (78) on 29 Mar 2009

Well, the music is great. Seriously though, nothing good to say here…

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