Review of Barney's Version (2010) by Ian M — 16 Apr 2011

The role of a lifetime for Paul Giamatti. Stunning music.

This review of Barney's Version (2010) was written by Ian M on 16 Apr 2011.

Barney's Version has generally received positive reviews.

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By John R P (13) on 03 Nov 2012

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By Andrew B (2,971) on 07 Oct 2012

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By Margarita S (286) on 26 Aug 2012

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