Review of Serendipity (2001) by Bonnie M — 29 Mar 2011

OK movie, but took way too long for them to find each other again.

This review of Serendipity (2001) was written by Bonnie M on 29 Mar 2011.

Serendipity has generally received positive reviews.

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