Review of Driving Miss Daisy (1989) by Markus A — 15 Jun 2014

Undeniably charming, sweet and warm.

Morgan Freeman was brilliant.

But Jessica Teddy was phenomenal.

This review of Driving Miss Daisy (1989) was written by Markus A on 15 Jun 2014.

Driving Miss Daisy has generally received very positive reviews.

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