Review of Waydowntown (2002) by Mike A — 18 Jun 2007

A failed attempt. I wanted to love this film - I just didn't. Don McKellar is pretty great though (as usual)!

This review of Waydowntown (2002) was written by Mike A on 18 Jun 2007.

Waydowntown has generally received positive reviews.

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