Punch-Drunk Love

Punch-Drunk Love

I have a love in my life. It makes me stronger than anything you can imagine.

R 2002 · 96 min · ★ 7.1 (3K) · Romance, Drama, Comedy

A socially awkward and volatile small business owner meets the love of his life after being threatened by a gang of scammers.

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson · Written by Paul Thomas Anderson

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