Review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) by Uncle E — 25 Mar 2017

So freakishly boring - worst movie I have seen in last 12 months - hands down!

This review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) was written by Uncle E on 25 Mar 2017.

Manchester by the Sea has generally received very positive reviews.

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