Review of Running with Scissors (2006) by Mary R — 11 Apr 2009

Everyone in this movie has major issues, I for some reason found it hard to connect with.

This review of Running with Scissors (2006) was written by Mary R on 11 Apr 2009.

Running with Scissors has generally received mixed reviews.

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