Review of The Mudge Boy (2003) by Akshay M — 08 Nov 2014

Tragic & unsettling, with a sensitive performance from Hirsch.

This review of The Mudge Boy (2003) was written by Akshay M on 08 Nov 2014.

The Mudge Boy has generally received positive reviews.

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By Karen N (233) on 11 Nov 2007

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By Bethany R (64) on 03 Apr 2008

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By Frederick M (227) on 24 Feb 2009

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By Glen S (186) on 29 Dec 2007

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By Jpaul M (17) on 22 May 2008

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