Review of Maid in Manhattan (2002) by Laura S — 11 Sep 2008

Light heated chick flick...predictable, but watchable.

This review of Maid in Manhattan (2002) was written by Laura S on 11 Sep 2008.

Maid in Manhattan has generally received mixed reviews.

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