Review of Hilary and Jackie (1998) by Tanya P — 27 Aug 2008

Quirky, emotional and satisfactorily telling both sides of a (presumably) true story of two sisters.

This review of Hilary and Jackie (1998) was written by Tanya P on 27 Aug 2008.

Hilary and Jackie has generally received very positive reviews.

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