Review of The House of the Spirits (1993) by Patrecia D — 12 Aug 2007

Great movie! History, all star cast. A must see for those that appreciate a little history added to their imagination.

This review of The House of the Spirits (1993) was written by Patrecia D on 12 Aug 2007.

The House of the Spirits has generally received positive reviews.

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