Review of A Love Song for Bobby Long (2004) by Megan K — 18 Jul 2007

GREAT ACTING!!!

Sweet story, great plot development... not usually a travolta fan but suprisingly good movie overall.

This review of A Love Song for Bobby Long (2004) was written by Megan K on 18 Jul 2007.

A Love Song for Bobby Long has generally received positive reviews.

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