Review of Before Sunrise (1995) by Jeff N — 21 Jul 2014

Indie classic with stage feel. Romantic magic caught in a bottle.

This review of Before Sunrise (1995) was written by Jeff N on 21 Jul 2014.

Before Sunrise has generally received very positive reviews.

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