Review of Breaking and Entering (2006) by Jenny C — 29 Dec 2007

Life is tough if u get tough with it....But it can always be better.

This review of Breaking and Entering (2006) was written by Jenny C on 29 Dec 2007.

Breaking and Entering has generally received mixed reviews.

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