Review of Steel Magnolias (1989) by Jaret M — 05 Mar 2009

One of the greatest tearjerkers out there. Definitely a film most men run from though.

This review of Steel Magnolias (1989) was written by Jaret M on 05 Mar 2009.

Steel Magnolias has generally received positive reviews.

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