Review of A Christmas Story (1983) by Mike G — 20 Dec 2012

Just a wonderful, funny movie. Have seen it about two million times.

This review of A Christmas Story (1983) was written by Mike G on 20 Dec 2012.

A Christmas Story has generally received very positive reviews.

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