Review of Stand by Me (1986) by Bill Cosford for Miami Herald — 17 Jul 2003
There's another, more important reason why Stand By Me isn't for kids. Its perspective is that of a knowing adult, which is to say that though the film is frequently affectionate and funny, it contains a drop too much condescension to be entirely successful.
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This review of Stand by Me (1986) was written by Bill Cosford and published by Miami Herald on 17 Jul 2003.
Stand by Me has generally received very positive reviews.
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