Review of The Gift (2000) by Mickey G — 23 Feb 2009

Great cast with a very predictable storyline. Good movie but is like so many others of the genre.

This review of The Gift (2000) was written by Mickey G on 23 Feb 2009.

The Gift has generally received positive reviews.

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