Review of Rachel Getting Married (2008) by Mark K — 21 Sep 2012

Anne Hathaway is my number one least favorite actress.... there for she ruined what could gave been an engrossing look at a family crumbling away.

This review of Rachel Getting Married (2008) was written by Mark K on 21 Sep 2012.

Rachel Getting Married has generally received positive reviews.

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