Review of Hollywood Ending (2002) by Nick W — 10 Jun 2007

Woody's return to physical comedy is actually pretty funny. But nothing great.

This review of Hollywood Ending (2002) was written by Nick W on 10 Jun 2007.

Hollywood Ending has generally received mixed reviews.

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