I Was Hardly a Perfect Fit | With John C. Reilly
Modern Love17 Okt 2018

I Was Hardly a Perfect Fit | With John C. Reilly

Tim Elhajj was a divorced dad who was desperate to connect with his son -- and went about it in an unconventional way. His essay is read by John C. Reilly (The Sisters Brothers).

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