Review of The Farmer's Daughter (1947) by Daniel P — 14 Aug 2007

Great movie, a Minnesota farm girl runs for senate.

This review of The Farmer's Daughter (1947) was written by Daniel P on 14 Aug 2007.

The Farmer's Daughter has generally received positive reviews.

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