Review of Get Real (1998) by Read My Profile P — 04 Jan 2007

Another gay classic I grew up with and one of my prefered gay love tales of all. Brilliant feel good ending...

This review of Get Real (1998) was written by Read My Profile P on 04 Jan 2007.

Get Real has generally received very positive reviews.

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