Review of The Cider House Rules (1999) by Jolie C — 16 Feb 2008

Fantastic, but heartbreaking film. This is the film that got me loving Tobey Maguire!

This review of The Cider House Rules (1999) was written by Jolie C on 16 Feb 2008.

The Cider House Rules has generally received very positive reviews.

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