Review of Secrets & Lies (1996) by Terri H — 26 Mar 2009

Wonderful, wonderful movie...movie making at it's very best....

This review of Secrets & Lies (1996) was written by Terri H on 26 Mar 2009.

Secrets & Lies has generally received very positive reviews.

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