Review of Crazy Heart (2009) by Jason M — 21 Jun 2011

Reminded me of The Wrestler, only not as good...

This review of Crazy Heart (2009) was written by Jason M on 21 Jun 2011.

Crazy Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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Very real feeling to it. From the music to the heavy drinking hard to separate reality & fiction. Awesome cast and story. Must watch…

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