Review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) by Alan T — 25 Feb 2017

Depressing. Empty. Goes nowhere. Stays there. Ends.

Save your money unless you enjoy suffering.

This review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) was written by Alan T on 25 Feb 2017.

Manchester by the Sea has generally received very positive reviews.

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