Review of Like Someone in Love (2012) by Alexandru M — 08 Jun 2013

Has nothing remotely interesting to say about people, relationships, jealousy. It's just a painful slog.

This review of Like Someone in Love (2012) was written by Alexandru M on 08 Jun 2013.

Like Someone in Love has generally received positive reviews.

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