Review of Rain Man (1988) by Mercedes M — 30 Oct 2010

Brillant clasic! Great acting by Hoffman.

This review of Rain Man (1988) was written by Mercedes M on 30 Oct 2010.

Rain Man has generally received very positive reviews.

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