Review of Sherrybaby (2006) by Thecullenlegacy . — 13 May 2008

Maggie Gyllenhall was amazing in this movie I just wish it had went a little deeper--it leaves you feeling like there should have been more.

This review of Sherrybaby (2006) was written by Thecullenlegacy . on 13 May 2008.

Sherrybaby has generally received positive reviews.

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