Review of The Cider House Rules (1999) by Jovon T — 19 Nov 2010

A great story about one man's journey thorough life, love, and family. Tobey Maguire and Micheal Caine were excellent in ths classic!

This review of The Cider House Rules (1999) was written by Jovon T on 19 Nov 2010.

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