Review of Crazy Heart (2009) by Mattdaniel — 27 Jan 2013

Crazy Heart is a well directed film in which all the actors are doing a very good job. Some scenes are masterfully composed. The script, however, is slow and predictable.

This review of Crazy Heart (2009) was written by Mattdaniel on 27 Jan 2013.

Crazy Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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