Review of Far from Heaven (2002) by Michelle A — 08 Jun 2007

I am a very cold-hearted person when it comes to melodramas, a film that lets me felt something definitely has it merits.

This review of Far from Heaven (2002) was written by Michelle A on 08 Jun 2007.

Far from Heaven has generally received very positive reviews.

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