Review of The Spectacular Now (2013) by Dane M — 28 Jan 2014

This isn't my genre (coming off age stories), and while I think it's good, it's HIGHLY overrated. I've seen this film on top 10 lists. gtfoh with THAT.

This review of The Spectacular Now (2013) was written by Dane M on 28 Jan 2014.

The Spectacular Now has generally received positive reviews.

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