Review of The Place Beyond the Pines (2013) by Luilly M — 19 Dec 2013

Gave me the same feeling I felt watching good will hunting. Just a great soulful and thrilling movie.

This review of The Place Beyond the Pines (2013) was written by Luilly M on 19 Dec 2013.

The Place Beyond the Pines has generally received positive reviews.

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