Review of Mona Lisa Smile (2003) by Stephen S — 14 Feb 2011

This movie was horrible. But Kirsten Dunst saved the day and made this a 4 star movie.

This review of Mona Lisa Smile (2003) was written by Stephen S on 14 Feb 2011.

Mona Lisa Smile has generally received positive reviews.

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