Review of Little Children (2006) by John C — 19 Feb 2009

Brilliant movie well worth anyones two hours, Jackie Earle Haley is excellent in this he'll creep you out while tuggin on your heart strings at the same time.

This review of Little Children (2006) was written by John C on 19 Feb 2009.

Little Children has generally received very positive reviews.

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