Review of True Grit (2010) by Ben F — 07 Dec 2014

A very underwhelming remake, with paricularly little screen time for Josh Brolin and an unfulfilling plot. Some redeeming aspects, big Damon guy.

This review of True Grit (2010) was written by Ben F on 07 Dec 2014.

True Grit has generally received very positive reviews.

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