Review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) by Joanne L — 13 Feb 2009

I have fallen in love with Lee Pace. And damn, I hope I'll look as good as Shirley Henderson at age 43...

This review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) was written by Joanne L on 13 Feb 2009.

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day has generally received positive reviews.

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