Review of Permanent Midnight (1998) by Rick B — 23 Nov 2007

By far, Ben Stiller's best movie...on a side note. I can relate.

This review of Permanent Midnight (1998) was written by Rick B on 23 Nov 2007.

Permanent Midnight has generally received positive reviews.

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