Review of Bernie (2012) by Natalie M — 30 Dec 2012

Richard Linklater brilliantly takes on this bizarre, darkly comic true story.

This review of Bernie (2012) was written by Natalie M on 30 Dec 2012.

Bernie has generally received positive reviews.

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By Owen L (56) on 12 Aug 2016

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