Review of What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993) by Michal ? — 06 Sep 2010

Odd, but entertaining and enlightening. Good for one viewing, but I wouldn't watch it again.

This review of What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993) was written by Michal ? on 06 Sep 2010.

What's Eating Gilbert Grape has generally received very positive reviews.

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