Review of Punch-Drunk Love (2002) by Mike R — 09 Jun 2014

Oddly funny, surprisingly sweet, and romantic in a strikingly quirky sense.

This review of Punch-Drunk Love (2002) was written by Mike R on 09 Jun 2014.

Punch-Drunk Love has generally received very positive reviews.

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