Review of A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945) by Private U — 04 Jun 2008

"Why, you're the prettiest bride in all Williamsburg!".

This review of A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945) was written by Private U on 04 Jun 2008.

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Jamie B (987) on 04 Dec 2009

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By Ron H (111) on 29 Mar 2008

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A movie that was entirely faithful to book. I only wish it could have been a miniseries with every scene enacted…

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