Review of Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys (2008) by Anthony C — 17 May 2009

Probably the best movie done (w/out Madea) by Tyler Perry yet.

This review of Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys (2008) was written by Anthony C on 17 May 2009.

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

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Loved it! Loved it! Loved it! Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Tyler Perry must do more movies…

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By Robin P (467) on 14 Oct 2012

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By Reggie33 (1) on 05 Dec 2011

I think The Family That Prey's is an excellent movie. It is all about what happens in our society today…

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By Kercelia F (5) on 18 Mar 2012

In closing, save your money and turn on Lifetime- they do these movies a lot better and you get commercial breaks so you escape to the bathroom…

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By Teri C (41) on 30 Mar 2012

This movie was great. It should of gotten 4 stars in my opinion. I would see it again it was that good. Spenseful and great plot…

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