Review of Boys on the Side (1995) by Meagan F — 12 Sep 2007

Not to ruin anything, but...

Does Mary-Louise Parker die in EVERY movie she's in?

This review of Boys on the Side (1995) was written by Meagan F on 12 Sep 2007.

Boys on the Side has generally received positive reviews.

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