Review of Stronger (2017) by Ryan F — 30 Sep 2017

Solid movie... no frills! Gyllenhaal was terrific!

This review of Stronger (2017) was written by Ryan F on 30 Sep 2017.

Stronger has generally received positive reviews.

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