Review of The Spectacular Now (2013) by Jade B — 07 Feb 2014

Great subject, I just wished the acting was more real.

This review of The Spectacular Now (2013) was written by Jade B on 07 Feb 2014.

The Spectacular Now has generally received positive reviews.

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