Review of Make Way for Tomorrow (1937) by David S — 04 Dec 2011

Saddest Christmas movie ever. Orson Welles said this movie could make a stone cry. Believe it.

This review of Make Way for Tomorrow (1937) was written by David S on 04 Dec 2011.

Make Way for Tomorrow has generally received very positive reviews.

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