Review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) by Greg W — 01 Aug 2012

Reunites grant m loy again 4 another rom-com.

This review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) was written by Greg W on 01 Aug 2012.

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

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