Review of Revolutionary Road (2008) by Jacquie P — 02 Jan 2012

Were the BBC having a laugh when they decided to put this film on at the beginning of the year? Bleak isn't the word. Good though.

This review of Revolutionary Road (2008) was written by Jacquie P on 02 Jan 2012.

Revolutionary Road has generally received positive reviews.

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