Review of The Magdalene Sisters (2002) by Isabelle G — 04 Jan 2008

Apres l'avoir vu une bonne 10aine de fois, ce film parvient toujours autant a m'accrocher !!! Ouf je suis nee en 1980!

This review of The Magdalene Sisters (2002) was written by Isabelle G on 04 Jan 2008.

The Magdalene Sisters has generally received very positive reviews.

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