Review of Modern Romance (1981) by Cole S — 20 Nov 2007

What is Catherine Harold DOING with Albert Brooks?

The valium scene is fantastic.

Great movie.

This review of Modern Romance (1981) was written by Cole S on 20 Nov 2007.

Modern Romance has generally received positive reviews.

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