Review of Steel Magnolias (1989) by Blair D — 07 Mar 2009

One of the best chick flicks of all time. I still cry!

This review of Steel Magnolias (1989) was written by Blair D on 07 Mar 2009.

Steel Magnolias has generally received positive reviews.

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