Review of Hearts in Atlantis (2001) by Peter M — 20 Jun 2007

I really, really, really liked this movie. I actually bought it on DVD. The book was... completely different, and both were good in their own way.

This review of Hearts in Atlantis (2001) was written by Peter M on 20 Jun 2007.

Hearts in Atlantis has generally received positive reviews.

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