Review of Seven Pounds (2008) by Alfonso A — 27 Oct 2012

I didn't cry!!! But they sure tried. Not as bad as criticized but not as good as the mystery it was promoted as.

2008 Movie: 166.

This review of Seven Pounds (2008) was written by Alfonso A on 27 Oct 2012.

Seven Pounds has generally received positive reviews.

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