Review of It Runs in the Family (2003) by Simon T — 14 Jun 2007

A full complement of Douglas'. Kirk and Michael are amazing. Thought provoking and emotionally stirring to anyone in a family.

This review of It Runs in the Family (2003) was written by Simon T on 14 Jun 2007.

It Runs in the Family has generally received mixed reviews.

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