Review of All That Heaven Allows (1955) by Monique R — 14 Dec 2007

I sure do love Rock Hudson...and I sure do love Doug Sirk.

This review of All That Heaven Allows (1955) was written by Monique R on 14 Dec 2007.

All That Heaven Allows has generally received very positive reviews.

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