Review of Shirley Valentine (1989) by Rob L — 29 Feb 2008

The ABSOLUTE MUST see for women over 40 !!!

This review of Shirley Valentine (1989) was written by Rob L on 29 Feb 2008.

Shirley Valentine has generally received positive reviews.

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Unless you have been in Shirley V's position you can't really appreciate this movie. I give it SIX stars…

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By Wayne W (98) on 01 Jul 2010

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