Review of Playing for Keeps (2012) by Jacob K — 26 Apr 2013

Amazing family movie great performance by Girard Butler about how a separated family can come together, although I wouldn't give up a job at ESPN.

This review of Playing for Keeps (2012) was written by Jacob K on 26 Apr 2013.

Playing for Keeps has generally received mixed reviews.

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