Review of Love Is Strange (2014) by Rory P — 28 Nov 2015

Nuanced and delicate one moment and beautifully funny the next, Love Is Strange is another understated masterpiece from Ira Sachs with superb performances and truthful writing.

This review of Love Is Strange (2014) was written by Rory P on 28 Nov 2015.

Love Is Strange has generally received positive reviews.

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