Review of Crooked Hearts (1991) by Pavan R — 26 Jan 2011

An intense family drama as they grow up to be different people with different issues...engaging and touching...very good performances from a rich cast.

This review of Crooked Hearts (1991) was written by Pavan R on 26 Jan 2011.

Crooked Hearts has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Ashley H (2,345) on 19 Apr 2018

Crooked Hearts is a disappointing film. It is about a very troubled family beset from all sides by conflict, arguments and scandal…

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By Sara M (345) on 13 Sep 2007

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By Ian M (1,478) on 01 Dec 2009

Bought this from the local Dollar Tree & it was definitely worth the dollar…

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Ah, the dysfunctional family drama. The middle-aged stars of today playing teen-aged kids…

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By Jeff B (2,998) on 23 Sep 2008

Peter berg is great in this.even if it is a bit flawed and hokey…

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By James H (4,675) on 28 Aug 2008

A bit scattered, but some very fine performances. The story is good, but it tends to jump around a bit much and tries to tackle too many subplots…

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