Review of Accidents Happen (2009) by Isa W — 11 Dec 2011

This is a take-no-prisoners family film-Great movie and? sound track.

This review of Accidents Happen (2009) was written by Isa W on 11 Dec 2011.

Accidents Happen has generally received mixed reviews.

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