Review of The Shop Around the Corner (1940) by Lori S — 27 Sep 2007

Amazing story, anyone seen "You've Got Mail"? It's the original!

This review of The Shop Around the Corner (1940) was written by Lori S on 27 Sep 2007.

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

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