Review of A Christmas Story (1983) by James M — 10 Nov 2013

Just not Christmas without seeing this movie at last five times. All time classic.

This review of A Christmas Story (1983) was written by James M on 10 Nov 2013.

A Christmas Story has generally received very positive reviews.

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