Review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) by Aaron N — 02 Apr 2018

Uncomfortable. Realistic. Awkward. Depressing. Existential. Provocative. Unflinching.

Brilliant. 9.4/10.

This review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) was written by Aaron N on 02 Apr 2018.

Manchester by the Sea has generally received very positive reviews.

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