Review of Hearts in Atlantis (2001) by Asger P — 09 Feb 2009

:( why do all movies about this generation have to be so depressing? and why do the kids get hurt and the single mothers raped?.depressing stuff.

This review of Hearts in Atlantis (2001) was written by Asger P on 09 Feb 2009.

Hearts in Atlantis has generally received positive reviews.

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