Review of It's a Wonderful Life (1946) by Paul B — 15 Jan 2012

Great, great film. Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed are perfect. It doesn't feel like Christmas if I haven't watched this.

This review of It's a Wonderful Life (1946) was written by Paul B on 15 Jan 2012.

It's a Wonderful Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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