Review of The American President (1995) by Ned (Jesus Is My Best Friend) — 27 Aug 2008

So Romantic! Gotta see it with your sweetheart!

This review of The American President (1995) was written by Ned (Jesus Is My Best Friend) on 27 Aug 2008.

The American President has generally received positive reviews.

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