Review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) by Ann S — 05 Mar 2017

Casey is as bad an actor as his Brother. Didn't like the movie at all.

This review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) was written by Ann S on 05 Mar 2017.

Manchester by the Sea has generally received very positive reviews.

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