Review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) by Dianna D — 11 May 2013

The original "Money Pit" with Cary Grant's suave yet flustered Mr. Blandings.

This review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) was written by Dianna D on 11 May 2013.

Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House has generally received positive reviews.

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