Review of White Oleander (2002) by Maurie S — 15 Aug 2009

Beautiful portral of the novel. read the novel and u will find this movie to be deeper. Alison was amazing in here...

This review of White Oleander (2002) was written by Maurie S on 15 Aug 2009.

White Oleander has generally received positive reviews.

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