Review of A Star Is Born (1954) by Joanna H — 24 Sep 2007

My favorite Judy Garland flick She was robbed of a well deserved Oscar. Far outshone all the other Oscar nominees.

This review of A Star Is Born (1954) was written by Joanna H on 24 Sep 2007.

A Star Is Born has generally received very positive reviews.

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