Review of Short Term 12 (2013) by James F — 09 Sep 2014

Loved this film. Ups and downs in equal proportion, great characters too.

This review of Short Term 12 (2013) was written by James F on 09 Sep 2014.

Short Term 12 has generally received very positive reviews.

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