The script teeters on the edge of sentimentality, and the ending is a little pat, but for the most part Down River wears its emotions honestly on its sleeve.
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This review of Down River (2013) was written by Chris Knight and published by National Post on 21 Mar 2014.
Down River has generally received mixed reviews.
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