Review of Angela's Ashes (1999) by ?T?Pánka L — 11 Mar 2009

One star for Robert Carlyle, one for Amily Watson. There is nothing more about this movie.

This review of Angela's Ashes (1999) was written by ?T?Pánka L on 11 Mar 2009.

Angela's Ashes has generally received positive reviews.

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