Review of Something's Gotta Give (2003) by Paula G — 27 Dec 2010

What a cute movie! I especially like Diane Keaton and Amanda Peet's characters.

This review of Something's Gotta Give (2003) was written by Paula G on 27 Dec 2010.

Something's Gotta Give has generally received positive reviews.

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