Review of Thumbsucker (2005) by Rory P — 09 Jun 2009

Disappointing, but well acted (Lou Taylor Pucci in particular) and it has a nice message.

This review of Thumbsucker (2005) was written by Rory P on 09 Jun 2009.

Thumbsucker has generally received positive reviews.

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