Review of Seabiscuit (2003) by Magen S — 21 Feb 2009

One of if not the best character driven films i've ever seen.

This review of Seabiscuit (2003) was written by Magen S on 21 Feb 2009.

Seabiscuit has generally received positive reviews.

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