Review of The Greatest Game Ever Played (2005) by Rachit D — 22 Mar 2010

A movie about golf directed by Bill Paxton? Sign me up! I really enjoy this film.

This review of The Greatest Game Ever Played (2005) was written by Rachit D on 22 Mar 2010.

The Greatest Game Ever Played has generally received positive reviews.

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