Review of Gracie (2007) by Jim Lane for Sacramento News & Review — 03 Jun 2007

It's made bearable by sincere performances all around...

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This review of Gracie (2007) was written by Jim Lane and published by Sacramento News & Review on 03 Jun 2007.

Gracie has generally received positive reviews.

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