Review of The Nativity Story (2006) by Annette J — 25 Mar 2008

Rather hollow and void of a spiritual core. Awfully miscast.

This review of The Nativity Story (2006) was written by Annette J on 25 Mar 2008.

The Nativity Story has generally received positive reviews.

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