'Freud’s Last Session' review: A smart and thoughtful drama

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The film incorporates flashbacks to key events in Freud and Lewis's lives, including their family ties and experiences of love and war

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Hopkins' performance is considered riveting and award-worthy, while Matthew Goode provides fine balance in the less showy role of Lewis

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