Review of Crazy Heart (2009) by Alfredo M — 20 Dec 2011

Jeff Bridges takes home the Oscar for this performance. Great acting, good music, overall great film. Highly recommended.

This review of Crazy Heart (2009) was written by Alfredo M on 20 Dec 2011.

Crazy Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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