Review of The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) by Ben P — 07 Apr 2013

Excellent rendition of the classic CS Lewis story!

This review of The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) was written by Ben P on 07 Apr 2013.

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe has generally received positive reviews.

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