Review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) by Cheri S — 01 Oct 2007

Cary Grant started the great one liners of comedy!

This review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) was written by Cheri S on 01 Oct 2007.

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

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