Review of What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993) by Eric C — 04 Dec 2012

DiCaprio's finest performance. Back when he was more actor than movie star.

This review of What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993) was written by Eric C on 04 Dec 2012.

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

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