Review of Amelia (2009) by Julie E — 09 Sep 2010

Ughhhh why couldn't she have just made it home! Inspirational, but tear jerker.

This review of Amelia (2009) was written by Julie E on 09 Sep 2010.

Amelia has generally received mixed reviews.

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