Review of Idlewild (2006) by Shayla F — 08 Nov 2007

MADE ME CRY SO HARD!!! ONE OF THE BEST LOVE STORIES EVER!!!!

This review of Idlewild (2006) was written by Shayla F on 08 Nov 2007.

Idlewild has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jasmine A (47) on 30 Mar 2012

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By Robert C (1,701) on 01 Nov 2010

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