Review of Far from Heaven (2002) by Blake P — 13 Jun 2015

This movie BORED me to tears....melodramatic mess.

This review of Far from Heaven (2002) was written by Blake P on 13 Jun 2015.

Far from Heaven has generally received very positive reviews.

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