Review of The Grapes of Wrath (1940) by Joe L — 05 Jan 2009

Everyone should see this. I wasn't excited to watch it, but when I did. whoa! it blew me away. fantastic film!!!

This review of The Grapes of Wrath (1940) was written by Joe L on 05 Jan 2009.

The Grapes of Wrath has generally received very positive reviews.

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