Review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) by Charles S — 15 Sep 2013

Amazing depiction of Liberace! How he could have EVER refuted his sexuality is anyones guess! A pity it cant be nominated for an oscar!

This review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) was written by Charles S on 15 Sep 2013.

Behind the Candelabra has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Carole T (394) on 12 Feb 2016

Made me uncomfortable. Almost like I was looking in someone's bedroom window. I will never look at Michael Douglas or Matt Damon quite the same again…

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