Review of August Rush (2007) by Sarah T — 26 Apr 2012

Probably one of the BEST movies I've seen in a while!! Seriously good acting, topped off by some amazing music!!! FANTASTIC!!

This review of August Rush (2007) was written by Sarah T on 26 Apr 2012.

August Rush has generally received positive reviews.

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Jonathan Rhys Meyers! Felicity! Robin Williams! Music! Washington Square! Intertextuality! - So how come this film is unbearably irritating…

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