Review of Biutiful (2010) by Peter F — 07 May 2011

A powerfull story, very good acting by Javier Bardem.

This review of Biutiful (2010) was written by Peter F on 07 May 2011.

Biutiful has generally received positive reviews.

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By Drake H (66) on 02 Dec 2014

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By Giorgos T (188) on 29 Apr 2014

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Biutiful (and it's pronounced beautiful by the way) is without a doubt a step down from Alejandro González Iñárritu's previous dramas…

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By Carlos I (1,309) on 16 Apr 2016

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By Coleman M (78) on 14 Feb 2015

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