Review of Dinner at Eight (1933) by Beth O — 13 Mar 2007

I'm on a roll here...30's-40's...they really know how to party!

This review of Dinner at Eight (1933) was written by Beth O on 13 Mar 2007.

Dinner at Eight has generally received positive reviews.

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