Review of Rules of Engagement (2000) by Sandra J — 23 Jul 2010

This is definitely no-one's finest moment...

This review of Rules of Engagement (2000) was written by Sandra J on 23 Jul 2010.

Rules of Engagement has generally received mixed reviews.

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