Review of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) by Greg K — 26 Nov 2012

Too much like Forrest Gump, with a nauseatingly slow pace.

This review of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) was written by Greg K on 26 Nov 2012.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button has generally received very positive reviews.

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