Review of Dan in Real Life (2007) by Casey C — 07 Apr 2012

I think someone looked into my life 20 years from now and made a movie about me. Very funny stuff!

This review of Dan in Real Life (2007) was written by Casey C on 07 Apr 2012.

Dan in Real Life has generally received positive reviews.

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