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Review of by Joel M — 18 Oct 2014

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There was real talent fostering in the independent film "Short Term 12". I promise I will provide you some short puns, but not too many because I will then be terminated by you. The film stars the talented Brie Larson as Grace, the manager of a temporary fostering home for abandoned adolescents.

When the conflicted teen Jayden checks into the home, it brings back Grace's dark past as a teen. There was a lot of goodness gracious in Larson's astounding performance as Grace. John Gallagher Jr.

was also impressive as Mason, Grace's boyfriend and co- manager of the center. Writer-Director Destin Daniel Cretton deserves much Cretton credit for his impressive little film that will touch your heartstrings.

So please don't abandon "Short Term 12" and register to it as soon as possible. **** Good.

This review of Short Term 12 (2013) was written by on 18 Oct 2014.

Short Term 12 has generally received very positive reviews.

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