Review of Revolutionary Road (2008) by Teddy G — 21 Feb 2012

A disappointing overblown melodrama, with little actual substance.

This review of Revolutionary Road (2008) was written by Teddy G on 21 Feb 2012.

Revolutionary Road has generally received positive reviews.

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