Review of Matchstick Men (2003) by Zsa Zsa B — 26 Jan 2013

I liked the lessons learned and the happy ending!

This review of Matchstick Men (2003) was written by Zsa Zsa B on 26 Jan 2013.

Matchstick Men has generally received positive reviews.

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Everybody sucks in this stupid ass film! Nicholas’s character is flawed. I’m not talking about he’s caged and he’s flawed…

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