Review of Lady in the Water (2006) by Jeremy A — 07 Mar 2010

Mr. Heap? Monkey's attacking a wet wolf?

This review of Lady in the Water (2006) was written by Jeremy A on 07 Mar 2010.

Lady in the Water has generally received mixed reviews.

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