Review of At First Sight (1999) by Caroline E — 26 Aug 2008

Essentially a romantic movie but Val Kilmer did a very good job that invited us into his character's mind. Make you think.

This review of At First Sight (1999) was written by Caroline E on 26 Aug 2008.

At First Sight has generally received mixed reviews.

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The love story attached to it feels formulaic, but at the same time it does explore well some of the issues, difficulties and effects of regained…

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By Coley W (15) on 03 Jul 2010

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