Review of Swallows and Amazons (1974) by Sax . — 05 May 2008

A wonderful kids film set in the Lake District during the 1920's.

This review of Swallows and Amazons (1974) was written by Sax . on 05 May 2008.

Swallows and Amazons has generally received positive reviews.

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