Review of Reign Over Me (2007) by Hilary R — 05 Jul 2009

Sandler is somehow channeling Bob Dylan in this film... a great performance!

This review of Reign Over Me (2007) was written by Hilary R on 05 Jul 2009.

Reign Over Me has generally received positive reviews.

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