Review of The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) by Ashok S — 21 Oct 2008

Good movie even though it was a bit of a rip off of the "Lion King".

"Simba, remember who you are!".

This review of The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) was written by Ashok S on 21 Oct 2008.

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