Review of Before Midnight (2013) by Simon P — 31 Oct 2013

Good: long takes that work and nice dinner party scene.

This review of Before Midnight (2013) was written by Simon P on 31 Oct 2013.

Before Midnight has generally received very positive reviews.

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