Review of Steel Magnolias (1989) by Cheryl S — 21 Feb 2009

How can anyone watch this without bawling their stinkin eyes out?

This review of Steel Magnolias (1989) was written by Cheryl S on 21 Feb 2009.

Steel Magnolias has generally received positive reviews.

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