Review of The Shop Around the Corner (1940) by Nico G — 10 Aug 2007

Not one of jimmy stewart's better films.

This review of The Shop Around the Corner (1940) was written by Nico G on 10 Aug 2007.

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

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