Review of A Beautiful Mind (2001) by Barak S — 22 Mar 2013

Dark, compelling, and realistic, with a strong performance by the ever enigmatic Russell Crowe.

This review of A Beautiful Mind (2001) was written by Barak S on 22 Mar 2013.

A Beautiful Mind has generally received very positive reviews.

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