Review of The Sessions (2012) by Jason R — 09 Mar 2013

Touching, funny, astonishing movie with sex-positive messages. Also positive look at the power of faith when it is sex-positive as well. Will see again.

This review of The Sessions (2012) was written by Jason R on 09 Mar 2013.

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