Review of Operation Petticoat (1959) by Luke J — 28 Jun 2007

I use to watch this as a kid so much. Tony Curtis; what a goof ball.

This review of Operation Petticoat (1959) was written by Luke J on 28 Jun 2007.

Operation Petticoat has generally received very positive reviews.

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