Review of December Boys (2007) by Samantha H — 21 Jan 2008

Mostly what I expected, but with a few "what just happened?" scenes.

This review of December Boys (2007) was written by Samantha H on 21 Jan 2008.

December Boys has generally received mixed reviews.

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I feel bad because I try to be someone who doesn't typecast an actor when they do something outside of they are known for but it just seemed…

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A coming-of-age tale so treacly it doesn’t just tug your heartstrings, it attempts to glue them to your ribs…

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Pleasant movie, somewhat charming but not a lot more than that…

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