Review of Lars and the Real Girl (2007) by Betty C — 22 May 2013

I wanted to like this but hated it. Ryan Gosling is totally unconvincing.

This review of Lars and the Real Girl (2007) was written by Betty C on 22 May 2013.

Lars and the Real Girl has generally received very positive reviews.

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