Review of Friends (With Benefits) (2010) by Fong K — 27 Aug 2013

Cute, bold and whimsical are best to describe Timberlake and Kunis; and their (causal) sex (buddy) comedy.

This review of Friends (With Benefits) (2010) was written by Fong K on 27 Aug 2013.

Friends (With Benefits) has generally received mixed reviews.

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