Review of Shadowlands (1993) by Michelle M — 28 Jun 2007

A beautiful story based on the life/love of C.S. Lewis. Man did I cry!

This review of Shadowlands (1993) was written by Michelle M on 28 Jun 2007.

Shadowlands has generally received very positive reviews.

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