Review of Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) by Kristen M — 16 Jan 2008

For its time, it was good. bad acting aside, its got a good story.

This review of Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) was written by Kristen M on 16 Jan 2008.

Young Sherlock Holmes has generally received positive reviews.

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