Review of An American Crime (2007) by Lisa M — 18 Feb 2011

Pretty disturbing! Great performance by Catherine Keener and Ellen Page. I can't believe this actually happened!

This review of An American Crime (2007) was written by Lisa M on 18 Feb 2011.

An American Crime has generally received positive reviews.

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