Review of DragonHeart (1996) by Colleen S — 13 Mar 2009

Pete Postlethwaite as the poet is the best part.

This review of DragonHeart (1996) was written by Colleen S on 13 Mar 2009.

DragonHeart has generally received positive reviews.

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