Review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) by Prashanth R — 18 Jan 2009

Amy Adams is THE cutest thing ever. And Frances McDormand is the perfect foil in this movie.

This review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) was written by Prashanth R on 18 Jan 2009.

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

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