Review of Circle of Friends (1995) by Jess D — 14 Aug 2007

Way too much of a chick flick, nd my mother KILLED this movie.

This review of Circle of Friends (1995) was written by Jess D on 14 Aug 2007.

Circle of Friends has generally received positive reviews.

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