Review of Transamerica (2005) by Patrick R — 14 Mar 2009

People being people --- a refreshingly adult movie.

This review of Transamerica (2005) was written by Patrick R on 14 Mar 2009.

Transamerica has generally received positive reviews.

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At its best, Transamerica made me laugh and feel for Bree. At its worst, it made me cringe at the potential creepiness of its central relationship…

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By Manolo P (92) on 08 Jun 2016

Excellent acting by Huffman in a movie that does not play on all the transgender drama it could have…

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By Rasheed T (114) on 12 Oct 2015

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Until it detours into dysfunctional-family comedy-drama, Transamerica rides cross-country without ever running low on bracing, cactus-spined…

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