Review of Jersey Girl (2004) by Fred W — 06 May 2009

The only kevin smith film ever to not rock my socks off.

This review of Jersey Girl (2004) was written by Fred W on 06 May 2009.

Jersey Girl has generally received mixed reviews.

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