Review of Shirley Valentine (1989) by Charlotte H — 26 Nov 2007

Spectacular, and has more Resonance the older you get! Pauline Collins was robbed of the Oscar!, -what do you think Wall?

This review of Shirley Valentine (1989) was written by Charlotte H on 26 Nov 2007.

Shirley Valentine has generally received positive reviews.

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