Review of Taking Chance (2009) by Tammy M — 11 Mar 2009

Very touching. Great acting. It was hard to watch especially with a 20 year old brother in the Marines but I'm glad that I saw it.

This review of Taking Chance (2009) was written by Tammy M on 11 Mar 2009.

Taking Chance has generally received positive reviews.

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