Review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) by Jacob M — 19 Mar 2017

Well acted, heavy film. Don't watch if you are remotely sad.

This review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) was written by Jacob M on 19 Mar 2017.

Manchester by the Sea has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Sasha K (39) on 15 Oct 2018

Boring and pointless. complete waste of time…

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By Maruf M (2) on 31 Dec 2018

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By Joe L (766) on 23 Oct 2018

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By Sean Mulvihill (414) for FanboyNation.com (414) on 31 Oct 2018

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By Diane H (109) on 13 Sep 2018

Manchester by the Sea is a heartbreaking, beautifully written film. The story artfully unfolds through a series of flashbacks…

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By Marco F (396) on 16 Oct 2018

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