Review of Bright Star (2009) by Sinkoanon P — 09 Jun 2010

A love story... the first love hurst harder...

This review of Bright Star (2009) was written by Sinkoanon P on 09 Jun 2010.

Bright Star has generally received positive reviews.

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By Christine H (165) on 25 Dec 2013

I should probably read some Keats. Anyone got any good Keats for beginners suggestions…

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Very touching film, superbly acted and well crafted. It showed me the beauty of deep love and of John Keat's poetry…

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I like period movies. This one wasn't too bad…

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Jane Campion has been declining, or shall I say she only has one piece of good work…

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