Review of Prozac Nation (2003) by Natalie C — 21 Sep 2007

Elizabeth Wurtzel, great author a movie about her life....

This review of Prozac Nation (2003) was written by Natalie C on 21 Sep 2007.

Prozac Nation has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Deborah W (155) on 04 Apr 2012

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