Review of Rachel Getting Married (2008) by Penelope R — 05 Jan 2010

Hathaway smokes like a chiminey in this movie and it looks like the most unnatural thing in the world.

This review of Rachel Getting Married (2008) was written by Penelope R on 05 Jan 2010.

Rachel Getting Married has generally received positive reviews.

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