Review of Mr. Holland's Opus (1995) by Dora Q — 11 Feb 2008

I wish all teachers were like Mr. Holland.

This review of Mr. Holland's Opus (1995) was written by Dora Q on 11 Feb 2008.

Mr. Holland's Opus has generally received positive reviews.

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