Review of The Stratton Story (1949) by Kristen S — 12 Aug 2007

I am a sucker for inspirational Jimmy Stewart movies.

This review of The Stratton Story (1949) was written by Kristen S on 12 Aug 2007.

The Stratton Story has generally received positive reviews.

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By Amanda R (467) on 12 Aug 2007

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By Hillary F (11) on 27 Oct 2006

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By Nicolas A (245) on 01 Feb 2009

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By Robin P (467) on 17 Mar 2007

Inspirational in the area of overcoming personal obstacles. Also about true love and commitent in the face of adversity…

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By Anis T (131) on 20 Dec 2008

Inspiring, as biographies go. Nice as performances go, and not bad as scripts go. Great Watching…

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