Review of Boys Town (1938) by Chrissy C — 13 Feb 2008

Very touching film.Young Mickey Rooney brought tears to my eyes and Spencer Tracy is just plain fantastic!

This review of Boys Town (1938) was written by Chrissy C on 13 Feb 2008.

Boys Town has generally received positive reviews.

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