Review of Annie (1982) by Emerald Ariell W — 31 Jul 2009

FUN BUT ALL THE SONGS GET TIRING AFTER AWHILE.

This review of Annie (1982) was written by Emerald Ariell W on 31 Jul 2009.

Annie has generally received mixed reviews.

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