Review of Sunlight Jr. (2013) by Chuck S — 08 May 2015

Why is it ....getting an abortion is the answer to the problem? the ultra sound showed life with movement, but killed the unborn baby anyway...pathetic movie!

This review of Sunlight Jr. (2013) was written by Chuck S on 08 May 2015.

Sunlight Jr. has generally received mixed reviews.

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