Review of Young at Heart (2008) by Clairey. — 16 Feb 2006

Gave me chills it was so good. I had never heard Neil Young before and this film made me want to run out and buy his album. Demme is truly a genius.

This review of Young at Heart (2008) was written by Clairey. on 16 Feb 2006.

Young at Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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