Review of Crazy Heart (2009) by Kerby H — 15 Aug 2012

Very basic sentimental flick held together by a great performance from Jeff Bridges. Does the job.

This review of Crazy Heart (2009) was written by Kerby H on 15 Aug 2012.

Crazy Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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