Review of In a Bedroom (2012) by Matt T — 27 Feb 2016

Todd Field made his directorial debut with this emotionally powerful drama, which earned enthusiastic reviews at the 2001 Sundance Film Festival.

This review of In a Bedroom (2012) was written by Matt T on 27 Feb 2016.

In a Bedroom has generally received positive reviews.

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By Field M (34) on 17 Mar 2013

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