Review of The Black Balloon (2008) by Donna L — 18 Nov 2009

Rhys & Luke are brilliant in this movie. I can relate.

This review of The Black Balloon (2008) was written by Donna L on 18 Nov 2009.

The Black Balloon has generally received positive reviews.

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