Review of Steel Magnolias (2012) by Mackenzie R — 19 Nov 2011

Guilty pleasure! Great ensemble cast with lots of laughs and tears. A certain "chick flick".

This review of Steel Magnolias (2012) was written by Mackenzie R on 19 Nov 2011.

Steel Magnolias has generally received positive reviews.

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