Review of Portrait of Jennie (1948) by Maureen C — 29 May 2008

I love this movie so much.

Really amazing filming, the snowy New York shots were splendid.

This review of Portrait of Jennie (1948) was written by Maureen C on 29 May 2008.

Portrait of Jennie has generally received very positive reviews.

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