Review of Matchstick Men (2003) by Bill K — 12 May 2013

A good story. The ending was a total shock!

This review of Matchstick Men (2003) was written by Bill K on 12 May 2013.

Matchstick Men has generally received positive reviews.

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Both entertaining and empty: an emotional shell game that leaves you feeling cheated even though, on the surface at least, everyone is a winner…

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