Review of A Walk to Beautiful (2007) by Sarah C — 30 Jul 2009

Amazing and heartbreaking story, a very well done documentary.

This review of A Walk to Beautiful (2007) was written by Sarah C on 30 Jul 2009.

A Walk to Beautiful has generally received very positive reviews.

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