Review of The Straight Story (1999) by Aaron S — 28 Nov 2007

Not the most famous movie of Lynch but a fabulous movie. And what a great actor; Richard Farnsworth who would have deserved the Oscar of best actor.

This review of The Straight Story (1999) was written by Aaron S on 28 Nov 2007.

The Straight Story has generally received very positive reviews.

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