Review of April Showers (2009) by John M — 26 Jul 2011

My obsession with Columbine made me watch this... a film based on the tragedy by one of the survivors.

This review of April Showers (2009) was written by John M on 26 Jul 2011.

April Showers has generally received mixed reviews.

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