Review of Trouble with the Curve (2012) by Michelle H — 12 Feb 2013

A good film that could have been great. The contrived ending detracts from an otherwise good film.

This review of Trouble with the Curve (2012) was written by Michelle H on 12 Feb 2013.

Trouble with the Curve has generally received positive reviews.

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