Review of August: Osage County (2013) by Marian K — 05 Nov 2015

I want my 2 hours back. Overacting or poor directing, makes no difference. End result is despair and abandonment.

This review of August: Osage County (2013) was written by Marian K on 05 Nov 2015.

August: Osage County has generally received positive reviews.

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