Review of Secondhand Lions (2003) by Jeanne B — 01 Jun 2009

The old man fight is one of the best parts - another one I watch over and over.

This review of Secondhand Lions (2003) was written by Jeanne B on 01 Jun 2009.

Secondhand Lions has generally received positive reviews.

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