Review of Serendipity (2001) by Scott D — 01 Apr 2014

If you liked While You Were Sleeping you'll enjoy this.

This review of Serendipity (2001) was written by Scott D on 01 Apr 2014.

Serendipity has generally received positive reviews.

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