Review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) by Steve P — 22 Feb 2017

Utterly dreadful, a complete waste of time.

This review of Manchester by the Sea (2016) was written by Steve P on 22 Feb 2017.

Manchester by the Sea has generally received very positive reviews.

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