Review of Seven Pounds (2008) by James O — 18 Oct 2012

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This review of Seven Pounds (2008) was written by James O on 18 Oct 2012.

Seven Pounds has generally received positive reviews.

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By Sandyjax J (4) on 14 Apr 2018

Partly based on stupid pecentages like this one, I never watched this film until today. I disagree WHOLEHEARTEDLY with 26% ... wt…

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By Len W (3) on 10 Jun 2016

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Don't believe the Tomatometer, this is one of the best movies ever made…

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