Review of The Shipping News (2001) by Magda R — 12 Sep 2006

LOVED, LOVED this movie. I almost LMAO when he popped back up in the coffin.

This review of The Shipping News (2001) was written by Magda R on 12 Sep 2006.

The Shipping News has generally received positive reviews.

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