Review of Friends (With Benefits) (2010) by Ed M — 12 May 2012

T'was an amusing rom-com, but nothing new to talk about.

This review of Friends (With Benefits) (2010) was written by Ed M on 12 May 2012.

Friends (With Benefits) has generally received mixed reviews.

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