Review of Rachel Getting Married (2008) by Maru P — 19 Feb 2010

Excellent Indy Movie. A must seen Demme FIlm.

This review of Rachel Getting Married (2008) was written by Maru P on 19 Feb 2010.

Rachel Getting Married has generally received positive reviews.

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