Review of Salinger (2013) by Ryan G — 10 Jul 2014

I kinda have to agree with the critics who criticized it... It could have been better. But I'm still glad it was made.

This review of Salinger (2013) was written by Ryan G on 10 Jul 2014.

Salinger has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Doug H (123) on 15 Dec 2013

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I can only think that the critics who don't like this film should see it again. I loved it. Brought the private person to life for me…

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