Review of Hope Springs (2012) by Mo S — 07 Nov 2012

Entertaining and sweet drama, though perhaps a little to real!! More of a 5th date movie than a first date movie!! Good watch.

This review of Hope Springs (2012) was written by Mo S on 07 Nov 2012.

Hope Springs has generally received positive reviews.

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