Review of When the Bough Breaks (2016) by David M — 18 Sep 2016

No real surprises and routine ; you've sen it before YET it holds your interest for the most part. would have made a good lifetime movie...

This review of When the Bough Breaks (2016) was written by David M on 18 Sep 2016.

When the Bough Breaks has generally received mixed reviews.

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