Review of Happenstance (2000) by Nikki A — 29 Jan 2008

Read the synopsis and there will be no need to see the movie. trying too hard to evoke charm. bored me.

This review of Happenstance (2000) was written by Nikki A on 29 Jan 2008.

Happenstance has generally received positive reviews.

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