Review of Lady in the Water (2006) by Joe T — 28 Jan 2011

Great story, probably shouldnt have been told so seriously with adults.

Woulda made a great kids movie!

This review of Lady in the Water (2006) was written by Joe T on 28 Jan 2011.

Lady in the Water has generally received mixed reviews.

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