Review of Amelia (2009) by Iconoclast P — 03 Apr 2010

Such a great story...the movie doesn't do it justice.

This review of Amelia (2009) was written by Iconoclast P on 03 Apr 2010.

Amelia has generally received mixed reviews.

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