Review of The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) by Sara F — 03 Mar 2008

I don't think I understood the reason this was so popular....

This review of The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) was written by Sara F on 03 Mar 2008.

The Legend of Bagger Vance has generally received positive reviews.

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