Review of The Place Beyond the Pines (2013) by Brett A — 28 Mar 2014

This is a taut thriller and very realistic. Worth watching.

This review of The Place Beyond the Pines (2013) was written by Brett A on 28 Mar 2014.

The Place Beyond the Pines has generally received positive reviews.

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