Review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) by Laura H — 23 Dec 2010

A Christmas movie for those of us who can't stand the Hallmark Channel! Excellent!

This review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) was written by Laura H on 23 Dec 2010.

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale has generally received positive reviews.

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