Review of Flaming Star (1960) by Karen S — 03 May 2007

MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE...EVEN THOUGH IT BREAKS MY HEART.

This review of Flaming Star (1960) was written by Karen S on 03 May 2007.

Flaming Star has generally received positive reviews.

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