Review of The Shop Around the Corner (1940) by Brianne S — 22 Jan 2008

This is the original version of You've Got Mail. It's much better than the remake.

This review of The Shop Around the Corner (1940) was written by Brianne S on 22 Jan 2008.

The Shop Around the Corner has generally received very positive reviews.

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