Review of Reign Over Me (2007) by Diego M — 04 May 2010

One of the few Adam Sandler's movies I actually liked. Sublime acting.

This review of Reign Over Me (2007) was written by Diego M on 04 May 2010.

Reign Over Me has generally received positive reviews.

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