Review of The Glass Castle (2017) by Howard F — 15 Aug 2017

This is a very good if very uncomfortable movie; direction and editing were awsome, as was woody and all of the main actors. highly recommend - tissues optional.

This review of The Glass Castle (2017) was written by Howard F on 15 Aug 2017.

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