Review of Molokai: The Story of Father Damien (1999) by Jessica D — 02 Jan 2006

I cried, lots. Do everytime. Molokai is such a gorgeous place.

This review of Molokai: The Story of Father Damien (1999) was written by Jessica D on 02 Jan 2006.

Molokai: The Story of Father Damien has generally received positive reviews.

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