Review of The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (1947) by Marla — 15 Jul 2008

Danny Kay + Virginia Mayo = Lightening in a Bottle!

This review of The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (1947) was written by Marla on 15 Jul 2008.

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty has generally received positive reviews.

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