Review of Pretty Persuasion (2005) by Lisa S — 13 Jan 2007

I saw this by accident. its funny and crazy and talks about everything. evan rachel wood is so good in this movie. sometimes its a lil slow though.

This review of Pretty Persuasion (2005) was written by Lisa S on 13 Jan 2007.

Pretty Persuasion has generally received positive reviews.

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