Review of Sweet Dreams (1985) by Sam M — 30 Mar 2017

Lange is exceptionally brilliant as Patsy!

This review of Sweet Dreams (1985) was written by Sam M on 30 Mar 2017.

Sweet Dreams has generally received positive reviews.

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Sweet Dreams sits squarely on Jessica Lange's shoulders - and she responds with a mesmerizing turn as legendary country singer Patsy Cline…

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By Rose S (174) on 03 Jan 2008

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Honey, Jessica Lange says. We're going to crash. and they crash against the side of a mountain. BIG DEAL…

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I am a member of a country club. Country music is what I love. And I love Patsy and Lorretta…

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