Review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) by Laurel — 28 Feb 2010

I really like...this film great story..people ...style...all good.

This review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) was written by Laurel on 28 Feb 2010.

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

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