Review of Mona Lisa Smile (2003) by Jordan L — 19 May 2009

For a movie featuring both Julia Roberts and Kirsten Dunst it was surprisingly non-irritating.

This review of Mona Lisa Smile (2003) was written by Jordan L on 19 May 2009.

Mona Lisa Smile has generally received positive reviews.

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