Review of Appropriate Behavior (2015) by Addie A — 23 Oct 2016

Great movie, Akhavan is very funny. It was refreshing to see representation so normalized. Definitely would recommend.

This review of Appropriate Behavior (2015) was written by Addie A on 23 Oct 2016.

Appropriate Behavior has generally received positive reviews.

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