Review of True Grit (2010) by Adam T — 17 Jul 2012

Excellent film that outstrips yet doesn't take anything away from the John Wayne classic.

This review of True Grit (2010) was written by Adam T on 17 Jul 2012.

True Grit has generally received very positive reviews.

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