Review of One Magic Christmas (1985) by Paul C — 17 Nov 2007

I'm about to watch it for the first time since it came out when I was seven. I've always remembered how much I loved it. I'm so glad to find it again!

This review of One Magic Christmas (1985) was written by Paul C on 17 Nov 2007.

One Magic Christmas has generally received positive reviews.

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