Review of The Normal Heart (2014) by Jeff B — 01 Aug 2014

Unreal movie clear depiction of the AIDS epidemic in the 80's and the lack of resources given to the infected.

This review of The Normal Heart (2014) was written by Jeff B on 01 Aug 2014.

The Normal Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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