Review of Steel Magnolias (1989) by Karen K — 19 Feb 2009

Makes you laugh and cry in the space of minutes.

This review of Steel Magnolias (1989) was written by Karen K on 19 Feb 2009.

Steel Magnolias has generally received positive reviews.

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