Review of The Kid with a Bike (2011) by Adrian S — 19 Nov 2011

Can the Dardenne brothers ever make a bad movie? I don't think so.

This review of The Kid with a Bike (2011) was written by Adrian S on 19 Nov 2011.

The Kid with a Bike has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Valeria P (338) on 07 Jul 2013

A simple story that manages to make you feel so great, despite its super sad first 2 acts…

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By Anthony I (417) on 20 May 2016

Really powerful cause it's true to its dark corners. And the kid's good too. 400 Blows meets Bicicyle Thief…

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By Chris J (1,214) on 24 Jul 2013

Not since Queen has there been something so awesome on the topic of bicycles. Must see…

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Really good movie that is overrated and underrated at the same time but still a great film…

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By Ewa G (6) on 11 Jul 2013

Broke my heart. Amazing performance from the young Thomas Doret. What an amazing script. A must see film…

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