Review of Steel Magnolias (1989) by Alainna P — 18 Jan 2009

My dream is to one day do an entire one man show with me playing every part in this movie.

This review of Steel Magnolias (1989) was written by Alainna P on 18 Jan 2009.

Steel Magnolias has generally received positive reviews.

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