Review of Always (1989) by Allen R — 09 Feb 2009

Not as good as "A Guy Named Joe", but still an ok movie.

This review of Always (1989) was written by Allen R on 09 Feb 2009.

Always has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Kyle L (494) on 01 Aug 2014

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By Gary T (2,283) on 14 Sep 2014

Wow....ummmm just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch,.....its got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout…

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