Review of Revolutionary Road (2008) by Bahareh K — 12 Feb 2015

I realize the shortcomings, but then again it can be argued that we feel that way for the very reason this story seems to suggest.

This review of Revolutionary Road (2008) was written by Bahareh K on 12 Feb 2015.

Revolutionary Road has generally received positive reviews.

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