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IMDB Rating: 6.6

IMDB Votes: 42000

Genere: Drama, Family, Fantasy

Country: USA

Duration: 114 min

Plot tags: fairy tale, sentimental, touching, feel good, inspirational, uplifting, humorous, semi serious, independent film, light