Review of Lovely & Amazing (2002) by Patrick F — 27 Jun 2010

If only Woody Allen could write women this well. Honestly, he doesn't need to, because Nicole Holofcener does it for him. This is a great film.

This review of Lovely & Amazing (2002) was written by Patrick F on 27 Jun 2010.

Lovely & Amazing has generally received positive reviews.

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