Review of Holiday Inn (1942) by Brad P — 09 Dec 2007

An annual holiday mviewing tradition with me.

This review of Holiday Inn (1942) was written by Brad P on 09 Dec 2007.

Holiday Inn has generally received very positive reviews.

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