Review of Before Sunset (2004) by Benjamin H — 05 Aug 2013

Has one of the very best endings of any film I have ever seen, and the whole thing unfolds in real-time. Masterful.

This review of Before Sunset (2004) was written by Benjamin H on 05 Aug 2013.

Before Sunset has generally received very positive reviews.

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