Review of Secondhand Lions (2003) by Angela A — 12 Jun 2008

This is a really good movie. It looks like it's going to be boring at first, then you can't stop watching it.

This review of Secondhand Lions (2003) was written by Angela A on 12 Jun 2008.

Secondhand Lions has generally received positive reviews.

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