Review of Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) by Jeremy B — 29 Sep 2007

Nice family fun and nostalgia,once again one from the spielberg-era,how I miss those days from time to time...

This review of Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) was written by Jeremy B on 29 Sep 2007.

Young Sherlock Holmes has generally received positive reviews.

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