Review of The Trip to Bountiful (1985) by Julie A — 27 Jul 2007

I start to blub from the opening scene. A wonderful film.

This review of The Trip to Bountiful (1985) was written by Julie A on 27 Jul 2007.

The Trip to Bountiful has generally received very positive reviews.

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