Review of Matchstick Men (2003) by Libby S — 05 Apr 2014

At best it was tolerable. Massively unimpressed!

This review of Matchstick Men (2003) was written by Libby S on 05 Apr 2014.

Matchstick Men has generally received positive reviews.

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By Dan H (1,470) on 04 Jun 2016

Holy shit that ending! This is some of Nic Cage's best work. Alison Lohman and Sam Rockwell are also great and fun in their roles…

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