Review of A Love Song for Bobby Long (2004) by Alan D — 31 Oct 2007

No one has ever made Alcoholism look so beautiful! Travolta after disco - much better!

This review of A Love Song for Bobby Long (2004) was written by Alan D on 31 Oct 2007.

A Love Song for Bobby Long has generally received positive reviews.

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Beautiful pictures, nice music and good quotes..., the film takes us to New Orleans/…

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By Jesse L (481) on 12 Feb 2011

A very underrated and touching movie that should have scored much higher. All performances by the main cast are strong and engaging…

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By Stephanie J (257) on 21 Feb 2014

The poor rating from the critics should tell you how good this movie is!! In my opinion this is John Travolta's best performance ever…

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By Ken M (237) on 22 Nov 2013

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Scarlett was 18 and fresh when the movie set in New Orleans was shot. John's performance as a failed professor and father is great…

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