Review of Bernie (2012) by T. Patrick S — 17 Aug 2014

The best performance that Jack Black has ever done. A darkly funny film.

This review of Bernie (2012) was written by T. Patrick S on 17 Aug 2014.

Bernie has generally received positive reviews.

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