Review of Crazy Heart (2009) by Ocram I — 08 Jul 2013

Perhaps casting Gyllanhaal as the love interest was a mistake, but Bridges is in fine form, even if his character was certainly not.

This review of Crazy Heart (2009) was written by Ocram I on 08 Jul 2013.

Crazy Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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