Review of Chasing Amy (1997) by Anna B — 12 May 2012

Toneless melodrama with some fleeting truthful moments.

This review of Chasing Amy (1997) was written by Anna B on 12 May 2012.

Chasing Amy has generally received very positive reviews.

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