Review of A Star Is Born (1976) by Sarah W — 23 Apr 2007

THIS IS A GREAT OLDER FILM. THIS IS MY ALL TIME FAVORITE MOVIE.

This review of A Star Is Born (1976) was written by Sarah W on 23 Apr 2007.

A Star Is Born has generally received mixed reviews.

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