Review of Outrageous Fortune (1987) by Susan M — 13 Jan 2008

A real hoot!

If u havent seen it... GET IT OUT!!!!!

& Bette Midler is sensational!!!

This review of Outrageous Fortune (1987) was written by Susan M on 13 Jan 2008.

Outrageous Fortune has generally received mixed reviews.

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