Review of Lars and the Real Girl (2007) by Thomas . — 07 Jan 2011

Very good movie, although the story is so simple but it is deep...

This review of Lars and the Real Girl (2007) was written by Thomas . on 07 Jan 2011.

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

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