Review of The Gift (2000) by Jesse L — 07 Jun 2008

A big name cast! Cate is excellent in anything (and does a very convincing southern accent), and Giovanni Ribisi & Keanu Reeves are great as men with different demons.

This review of The Gift (2000) was written by Jesse L on 07 Jun 2008.

The Gift has generally received positive reviews.

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