Review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) by Amanda C — 24 Jan 2008

I adore Cary Grant and Myrna Loy, but this just wasn't that funny.

This review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) was written by Amanda C on 24 Jan 2008.

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

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