Review of Taking Chance (2009) by Jennifer W — 28 Sep 2010

If this show has no affect on you, then do me the courtesy of removing me from your friends. You have no soul.

This review of Taking Chance (2009) was written by Jennifer W on 28 Sep 2010.

Taking Chance has generally received positive reviews.

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