Review of The Place Beyond the Pines (2013) by Kathy H — 09 May 2014

Interesting story, liked the depth.. didn't find it amazing. I still think Ryan Gosling is a terrible actor.

This review of The Place Beyond the Pines (2013) was written by Kathy H on 09 May 2014.

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