Review of Birthday Girl (2001) by Chris S — 18 Aug 2008

3 stars.

There is no free lunch in this world.

This review of Birthday Girl (2001) was written by Chris S on 18 Aug 2008.

Birthday Girl has generally received mixed reviews.

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