Review of Rachel Getting Married (2008) by Michelle P — 15 Nov 2009

A completely bi-polar ride, but the scenery of Mather Zickel made it worth the ups and downs this family put the audience through.

This review of Rachel Getting Married (2008) was written by Michelle P on 15 Nov 2009.

Rachel Getting Married has generally received positive reviews.

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