Review of White Oleander (2002) by Kimberly & Chris — 18 Oct 2008

Great movie and great cast and the book is good....

This review of White Oleander (2002) was written by Kimberly & Chris on 18 Oct 2008.

White Oleander has generally received positive reviews.

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