Review of Boys Don't Cry (2000) by Jennifer T — 02 Dec 2015

Hilary Swank was excellent in this. Dramatic ending. Well done movie based on a true story!

This review of Boys Don't Cry (2000) was written by Jennifer T on 02 Dec 2015.

Boys Don't Cry has generally received very positive reviews.

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