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Review of The Straight Story (1999) by Nate J — 13 Jul 2008

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I saw this years ago, then found out a few months ago that David Lynch directed it. Biggest mind fuck.

This review of The Straight Story (1999) was written by Nate J on 13 Jul 2008.

The Straight Story has generally received very positive reviews.

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