Review of December Boys (2007) by Christian P — 27 Mar 2008

I found it surprisingly easy to forget I was watching "Harry Potter" play another character. A movie about brotherhood.

This review of December Boys (2007) was written by Christian P on 27 Mar 2008.

December Boys has generally received mixed reviews.

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