Review of Girl Model (2011) by Donna G — 27 Nov 2012

The terrifyingly impassive face of Ashley in her glass house will stay with me for a long time.

This review of Girl Model (2011) was written by Donna G on 27 Nov 2012.

Girl Model has generally received positive reviews.

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