Review of Places in the Heart (1984) by Reggie W — 09 Feb 2015

Exceptional story and cast makes this a period of extraordinary Amrricana.

This review of Places in the Heart (1984) was written by Reggie W on 09 Feb 2015.

Places in the Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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