Review of Dinner at Eight (1933) by Angela P — 10 Aug 2008

Reallly a dramedy, and well worth seeing. Has a hilarious last line.

This review of Dinner at Eight (1933) was written by Angela P on 10 Aug 2008.

Dinner at Eight has generally received positive reviews.

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