Review of Girl 27 (2007) by Asya R — 13 Nov 2011

Very interesting story. Amazing how influential MGM was and how easily people can be influenced by money. Great side story about LorettaYoung.

This review of Girl 27 (2007) was written by Asya R on 13 Nov 2011.

Girl 27 has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Elizabeth S (547) on 26 Jan 2012

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By Larissa M (16) on 27 Mar 2008

If you don't already have doubts about the injustices in big business (MGM) or in the legal system, this movie should pretty much do it…

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By Carina Chocano (358) for Los Angeles Times (12,977) on 25 Jul 2007

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By Matt S (1,994) on 10 Jan 2008

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