Review of 84 Charing Cross Road (1987) by Peggy L — 24 Sep 2007

This movie is a little gem. Bancroft and Hopkins never meet in the film but their acting is tops and the story is so good. loved it!

This review of 84 Charing Cross Road (1987) was written by Peggy L on 24 Sep 2007.

84 Charing Cross Road has generally received very positive reviews.

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