Review of The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) by Jon Popick for Planet Sick-Boy — 01 Jan 2000

Tries too hard to find its way into your heart.

This review of The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) was written by Jon Popick and published by Planet Sick-Boy on 01 Jan 2000.

The Legend of Bagger Vance has generally received positive reviews.

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