Review of Sonny (2002) by Barbara L — 11 Jun 2007

Nicholas Cage should not be allowed to direct, ever.

This review of Sonny (2002) was written by Barbara L on 11 Jun 2007.

Sonny has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Martin C (360) on 10 Jun 2008

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By Kitty L (56) on 19 Jul 2008

Hate how it ended, but James is fucking hot in it. lol…

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