Review of Sunshine on Leith (2013) by Caroline M — 16 Oct 2013

Great music and storyline. As emotional as the reviews proclaimed!

This review of Sunshine on Leith (2013) was written by Caroline M on 16 Oct 2013.

Sunshine on Leith has generally received positive reviews.

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