Review of Farmingville (2004) by Ken Fox for TV Guide — 28 Oct 2004

A film that is as complex as the issue it tackles.

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This review of Farmingville (2004) was written by Ken Fox and published by TV Guide on 28 Oct 2004.

Farmingville has generally received positive reviews.

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