Review of Punch-Drunk Love (2002) by Paul D — 12 Mar 2018

My favorite Adam Sandler movie, I wish he would make more movies like this. He is really great in this type of role.

This review of Punch-Drunk Love (2002) was written by Paul D on 12 Mar 2018.

Punch-Drunk Love has generally received very positive reviews.

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