Review of Driving Miss Daisy (2015) by Doctor S — 25 Jan 2009

Typical overpraised Hollywood sentimental twaddle, but still you can't argue with the terrific performances.

This review of Driving Miss Daisy (2015) was written by Doctor S on 25 Jan 2009.

Driving Miss Daisy has generally received very positive reviews.

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