Review of Shine (1996) by Sandra A — 29 Nov 2009

Nothing is lost forever especially talent .A drop of love sometimes sufices to revive it !!

A feel good, heart warming, hyme to life movie.

This review of Shine (1996) was written by Sandra A on 29 Nov 2009.

Shine has generally received very positive reviews.

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