Review of Beautiful Girls (1996) by Chris W — 07 Oct 2007

Beth I hear you callin... but I can't come home tonight... me and the boys will be playin.... all niiiight....

This review of Beautiful Girls (1996) was written by Chris W on 07 Oct 2007.

Beautiful Girls has generally received positive reviews.

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