Review of December Boys (2007) by Kimberly H — 24 Oct 2008

It was fair, could have been better with more substance.

This review of December Boys (2007) was written by Kimberly H on 24 Oct 2008.

December Boys has generally received mixed reviews.

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I wanted to watch it cuz I knew Dan was in it but I wasnt sure the movie itz gonna be so good.But when I decided to watch itfinallyI actually…

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