Review of The Place Beyond the Pines (2013) by Joe M — 21 Dec 2013

Good performances, but still left me confused.

This review of The Place Beyond the Pines (2013) was written by Joe M on 21 Dec 2013.

The Place Beyond the Pines has generally received positive reviews.

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