Review of Venus (2011) by Ramble R — 27 Jan 2008

I love Peter O'Toole but this movie was ok.

This review of Venus (2011) was written by Ramble R on 27 Jan 2008.

Venus has generally received very positive reviews.

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A new definition of 'dirty old man'. Interesting story in some parts. Funny at others. I'm glad I didn't pay to see it…

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By Maria . (81) on 02 Feb 2011

Old man wants to sniff en touch a young teenager, gets sentimental along the way but has some nice humor…

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By Aaron C (1,257) on 24 Oct 2013

O'Toole was brilliant in this dramedy! Beware of leaving your young friends alone with your charming old friends…

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By Marcus D (106) on 06 Jan 2013

Superb simples, the acting amazing, the story sublime, O'Toole at his best followed by great actors and actresses, funny, sad and a mix bag…

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By Ben T (1,283) on 17 Dec 2011

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