Review of Shirley Valentine (1989) by Hayley M — 04 Sep 2008

I always loved this film - even more so now I have lived on Shirley's Greek Paradise!

This review of Shirley Valentine (1989) was written by Hayley M on 04 Sep 2008.

Shirley Valentine has generally received positive reviews.

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By Lynda M (383) on 12 Mar 2009

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By Pavan R (814) on 15 Jan 2013

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By Stephen P (593) on 11 Apr 2010

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My mother adores this movie. Middle aged housewife runs off and finds herself. Pauline Collkins is charming and perfect as always…

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