Review of Love Is Strange (2014) by Jessica T — 09 Jan 2015

Was sweet but boring and formulaic with a frustrating ending. Why can't movies about gay couples have happy endings?

This review of Love Is Strange (2014) was written by Jessica T on 09 Jan 2015.

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By Peter Calder (131) for New Zealand Herald (729) on 25 Apr 2016

Pitch-perfect acting and a fine control of high emotion that never slips into treacly sentiment distinguish this small and lovely ensemble…

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By Pam M (40) on 06 Nov 2015

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By Jh K (596) on 04 Jun 2015

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True to Sachs' style, the movie isn't designed as an actor's showcase. We're not supposed to notice the acting here -- just the people…

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By Alex Zane (472) for The Sun (UK) (932) on 30 Dec 2015

Molina and Lithgow's relationship is one of the most convincing in recent memory and it's thanks to their tender performances that the film…

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