Review of The Shipping News (2001) by Alain H — 22 Mar 2006

Can kevin spacey miss.. honestly.. beautiful movie.

This review of The Shipping News (2001) was written by Alain H on 22 Mar 2006.

The Shipping News has generally received positive reviews.

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