Review of A Cock and Bull Story (2005) by Alexis A — 10 Mar 2009

LOOOOVED this one- beautiful tongue in cheek of the movie industry.

This review of A Cock and Bull Story (2005) was written by Alexis A on 10 Mar 2009.

A Cock and Bull Story has generally received positive reviews.

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