Review of A Cock and Bull Story (2005) by Shea S — 24 Jun 2007

Steve coogan is kind of awesome. funny, different movie.

This review of A Cock and Bull Story (2005) was written by Shea S on 24 Jun 2007.

A Cock and Bull Story has generally received positive reviews.

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