Review of The Sessions (2012) by Linda M — 24 Feb 2013

A poignant autobiography of a beautiful person that makes you laugh and cry.

This review of The Sessions (2012) was written by Linda M on 24 Feb 2013.

The Sessions has generally received positive reviews.

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Amar, intimidad, que bonita manera de tratar la cotidianidad y la excepcionalidad de una persona. Maravillosas actuaciones…

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Though Oscar buzz has been circling Helen Hunt for her strong and fearless portrayal as Cheryl, a sex surrogate assisting in allowing disabled…

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Strangely, despite liking all the actors separately, I didn't like this movie that much as a whole. It felt soulless, the magic just wasn't there…

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