Review of Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys (2008) by Amanda C — 20 Nov 2009

Unfortunately the cons overshadow the pros.

This review of Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys (2008) was written by Amanda C on 20 Nov 2009.

Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ashleyandkevin A (3) on 13 Sep 2012

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By Essence B (5) on 02 Jun 2013

Great all about speaking to god. And sometimes doing the thing that your heart tells you to do…

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By Robin P (467) on 14 Oct 2012

This was ok...my gosh Sanaa Latham's character was so mean to her husband..glad she got hers in the end, she needed to learn a lesson-best…

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By Carrie Rickey (1,198) for Philadelphia Inquirer (3,920) on 16 Nov 2015

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By Anita C (39) on 07 Jan 2013

This was a great movie, weird how actors play these roles so well its convincing…

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By Brigid C (3) on 18 Jun 2011

Family that Praise. I like The Movie. It's Very wholesome and Warmhearted Movie Of These Two Bestfriend's…

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