Review of Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys (2008) by Sandra D — 10 Feb 2009

This movie was just ok... You could see it coming ... Just alright...

This review of Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys (2008) was written by Sandra D on 10 Feb 2009.

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

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By Douglas J (54) on 20 Aug 2011

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By Peter Debruge (1,557) for Variety (12,700) on 15 Oct 2011

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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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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 James C (2,975) on 10 May 2012

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

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