Review of Things We Lost in the Fire (2007) by Jon R — 13 Sep 2008

Really, really enjoyed this film. Halle Berry and Benicio Del Toro were wonderful.

This review of Things We Lost in the Fire (2007) was written by Jon R on 13 Sep 2008.

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

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