Review of Friends with Money (2006) by Howard F — 01 Jul 2012

Pretty bad when -- 20 or 25 minutes into the movie -- you realize you've already seen it. Yet, great cast. And I'm a fan of Nicole Holofcener.

This review of Friends with Money (2006) was written by Howard F on 01 Jul 2012.

Friends with Money has generally received mixed reviews.

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