Review of Home for the Holidays (1995) by William O — 17 Dec 2006

The cast is amazing, this movie is one of my favorites! Watch every year around Thanksgiving!

This review of Home for the Holidays (1995) was written by William O on 17 Dec 2006.

Home for the Holidays has generally received positive reviews.

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