Review of Young Adam (2003) by Lucy W — 04 Feb 2006

Dark, disturbing, not at all easy to watch. I love it though. Not one for those who just want to watch Ewan being pretty.

This review of Young Adam (2003) was written by Lucy W on 04 Feb 2006.

Young Adam has generally received positive reviews.

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