Review of The Grifters (1990) by Indi V — 30 Aug 2014

Nice screenwriting, commendable performance from a young Cusack...

This review of The Grifters (1990) was written by Indi V on 30 Aug 2014.

The Grifters has generally received positive reviews.

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