Review of Stronger (2017) by Michael K — 22 Sep 2017

A great uplifting film with great performances by Jake Gyllenhaal, Tatiana Maslany, and the entire cast.

This review of Stronger (2017) was written by Michael K on 22 Sep 2017.

Stronger has generally received positive reviews.

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