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Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)
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Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)

Action, Comedy, Romance • 1h 53m

Overview

As bass guitarist for a garage-rock band, Scott Pilgrim has never had trouble getting a girlfriend; usually, the problem is getting rid of them. But when Ramona Flowers skates into his heart, he finds she has the most troublesome baggage of all: an army of ex-boyfriends who will stop at nothing to eliminate him from her list of suitors.

Director: Edgar Wright

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UHD Tiers

Excellent
Universal:

strong video, reference sound

Length

113 mins

Type

Movie

Alternative Titles

Scott Pilgrim vs The World

Last Updated

2 years ago

Contributors

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UHD Tiers
Excellent
Universal:

strong video, reference sound

Length
113 mins
Type
Movie
Alternative Titles
Scott Pilgrim vs The World
Last Updated
2 years ago
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