Review of Somersault (2004) by Lupus D — 01 Aug 2008

Abbie Cornish was amazing and it had some great moments but still a little disappointing.

This review of Somersault (2004) was written by Lupus D on 01 Aug 2008.

Somersault has generally received positive reviews.

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Sam Worthington's earlier masterpieces. A coming of age story. Very strong and compelling. Doesn't hurt that Abbie Cornish is an eye candy…

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By Miles W (45) on 23 Nov 2008

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By Andrew S (3,174) on 25 May 2009

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Like a non-French (less confontational) Baise-moi, in that you think it's exploitative, but then you realise it's not directed by a man & you…

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By Ryuji K (51) on 25 Aug 2010

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