Review of Little Children (2006) by Melody C — 18 Dec 2012

A twisted, and disturbing look at living in small town suburbia. Kate Winslet is great in this film, and so is Jackie Earl Hayley.

This review of Little Children (2006) was written by Melody C on 18 Dec 2012.

Little Children has generally received very positive reviews.

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