Review of Beautiful Thing (1996) by Philip J — 09 Jul 2007

An amazing love story, I cry every time I watch it. The Brits know how to make gay drama, without all the sex!

This review of Beautiful Thing (1996) was written by Philip J on 09 Jul 2007.

Beautiful Thing has generally received very positive reviews.

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