Review of The Christmas Star (1986) by Mec R — 11 Dec 2007

A very good film, but in some places very sad, which is typical of disney.

This review of The Christmas Star (1986) was written by Mec R on 11 Dec 2007.

The Christmas Star has generally received mixed reviews.

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