Review of A Christmas Story (1983) by Lowell R — 28 Dec 2010

"The Best Christmas movie since 'It's a Wonderful Life'".

This review of A Christmas Story (1983) was written by Lowell R on 28 Dec 2010.

A Christmas Story has generally received very positive reviews.

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