Review of Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) by John K — 19 Aug 2007

This movie made me want to be a detective when I was 12! I even walked around with the hat and a notebook!

This review of Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) was written by John K on 19 Aug 2007.

Young Sherlock Holmes has generally received positive reviews.

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