Review of 50/50 (2011) by Tori C — 12 Dec 2012

Fantastic tale of two best friends and their struggle to overcome one's cancer. Heartwarming and heartbreaking. JGL is phenomenal.

This review of 50/50 (2011) was written by Tori C on 12 Dec 2012.

50/50 has generally received very positive reviews.

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