Review of Something's Gotta Give (2003) by Katie J — 20 Oct 2009

Good, except for old people's bare skin... ick!

This review of Something's Gotta Give (2003) was written by Katie J on 20 Oct 2009.

Something's Gotta Give has generally received positive reviews.

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