Review of Downloading Nancy (2008) by Joe A — 13 Jan 2010

Maria Bello gives a strong performance in an otherwise dull and depressing movie.

This review of Downloading Nancy (2008) was written by Joe A on 13 Jan 2010.

Downloading Nancy has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Olly H (260) on 09 Aug 2010

Depressing view on a tortured soul....this is no feel good movie at all...great acting by bello....three stars because it ruined my evening…

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By Melissa C (412) on 27 Jan 2010

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By Krystal G (25) on 07 Jan 2011

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By Tony C (474) on 25 Feb 2010

This is the best Pepsi commercial I have EVER seen…

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By Craig T (648) on 01 May 2010

I couldn't last 15 minutes. Maybe it gets better but I'd rather not find out…

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