Review of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006) by Andy D — 19 Sep 2007

Great movie. The ending was kinda eh, but I loved all of it!

This review of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006) was written by Andy D on 19 Sep 2007.

The Girl Who Leapt Through Time has generally received very positive reviews.

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