Review of Boyhood (1951) by Julie S — 24 Mar 2016

A great movie till it gets towards the end, and wants to edgey.

This review of Boyhood (1951) was written by Julie S on 24 Mar 2016.

Boyhood has generally received very positive reviews.

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