Review of 84 Charing Cross Road (1987) by Heidi L — 27 Jul 2007

An evocative, wistful and poignant delight. I'm so glad I waited to see this.

This review of 84 Charing Cross Road (1987) was written by Heidi L on 27 Jul 2007.

84 Charing Cross Road has generally received very positive reviews.

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With apologies to my dwindling masculinity & tough-guy persona, I share the fact that I too found this as Leonard did: totally disarming…

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Great wartime story of friendship. I love the NY feel of it. Bancroft is enchanting. A good one for a rainy night with a cup of tea…

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This film is such a pleasant surprise. This not only was an incredible movie for the film lover, but also for the book lover in me…

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Continuerò a consigliarlo agli amanti dei libri fino all'ultimo dei miei giorni <3…

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By Stefanie E (7) on 22 Jul 2009

A lovely toast to bookworms everywhere. It's the kind of simple story that makes you smile about living. Recommended for any rainy afternoon…

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