Review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) by Rachel T — 08 Nov 2008

Very sweet story and turning misfortune to romance and brilliant advanturous day. Performance of McDormand and Adams are cute and great.

This review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) was written by Rachel T on 08 Nov 2008.

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

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