Review of Nebraska (2013) by André D — 06 Mar 2014

This has to be one of the most endearing films I have seen in a long time. Go see it! Brilliant.

This review of Nebraska (2013) was written by André D on 06 Mar 2014.

Nebraska has generally received very positive reviews.

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