Review of How to Lose Friends & Alienate People (2008) by Danielle S — 01 Jan 2010

Funny beginning that turned into a rather "cliche" movie.

This review of How to Lose Friends & Alienate People (2008) was written by Danielle S on 01 Jan 2010.

How to Lose Friends & Alienate People has generally received mixed reviews.

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