Review of Captains Courageous (1937) by Keith M — 20 Mar 2008

I want Spencer Tracy to teach me to fish. Great story and a great flick.

This review of Captains Courageous (1937) was written by Keith M on 20 Mar 2008.

Captains Courageous has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Barbara L (69) on 16 May 2008

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