Review of Shortbus (2006) by Richard P — 06 Sep 2008

La tenÃa pendiente. Hay que verla SI o SI.

This review of Shortbus (2006) was written by Richard P on 06 Sep 2008.

Shortbus has generally received positive reviews.

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Review of Shortbus (2006) by Richard P — 06 Sep 2008

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In Mitchell's casting-a roster of unknowns results in uneven performances that border on bad sometimes, yet he manages to keep it all on track…

Those with small bus issues, cast aside your inadequacies and embrace the juicy pumping heart of this oddly sweet film…

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