Review of Things We Lost in the Fire (2007) by Michellec. — 16 Oct 2007

Benicio Del Toro was simply fantastic. This movie was so completely moving and heart wrenching.

This review of Things We Lost in the Fire (2007) was written by Michellec. on 16 Oct 2007.

Things We Lost in the Fire has generally received positive reviews.

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