Review of Surviving Christmas (2004) by Alexander C — 15 Aug 2007

It was okay. With it's moments and humourous moments. Ben Affleck is still my hero. lol.

This review of Surviving Christmas (2004) was written by Alexander C on 15 Aug 2007.

Surviving Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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