Review of Million Dollar Baby (2004) by Natalie G — 20 Nov 2011

A great movie. You have no idea the movie ends up taking the sad turn that it does...

This review of Million Dollar Baby (2004) was written by Natalie G on 20 Nov 2011.

Million Dollar Baby has generally received very positive reviews.

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