Review of Flashbacks of a Fool (2008) by Asta A — 23 Apr 2008

Daniel Craig rules! Excellent music, too.

This review of Flashbacks of a Fool (2008) was written by Asta A on 23 Apr 2008.

Flashbacks of a Fool has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Ibrahim A (23) on 01 May 2012

Yeah this is five stars good in my book.. Excellent indie drama with big name actors remincising about youth and the path not taken…

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By Audrey T (59) on 15 Apr 2012

This movie hurt my feelings, made me cry, made me regretful and made me wish I could be young again…

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This movie was powerful, haunting, and engrossing. I loved every second of it. I hadn't heard of it before seeing it…

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By Carlos C (314) on 10 Mar 2010

Interesting film! Both sections jarred slightly with the flashback section being alot more interesting! May and Eden were both excellant…

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