Review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) by Sue R — 22 Jun 2013

Just as expected. Not brilliant but very watchable.

This review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) was written by Sue R on 22 Jun 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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Steven Soderburgh does it again! Fantastic story from a fantastic film maker! Michael Douglas and Matt Damon were amazing also…

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Yes. It is fabulous. No other word for it, unless that word is glorious…

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