Review of Serendipity (2001) by Debbie N — 31 Aug 2009

I'm trying to remember why I actually rented this (b/c I never knew it existed prior), but it ended up being very cute.

This review of Serendipity (2001) was written by Debbie N on 31 Aug 2009.

Serendipity has generally received positive reviews.

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