Review of You Can Count on Me (2000) by Grant T — 22 Jun 2015

A great family drama in the tradition of Ordinary People.

This review of You Can Count on Me (2000) was written by Grant T on 22 Jun 2015.

You Can Count on Me has generally received very positive reviews.

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