Review of The Fortune Cookie (1966) by Matt W — 11 Apr 2008

Like real life, only funnier. [Insert television laugh track here.].

This review of The Fortune Cookie (1966) was written by Matt W on 11 Apr 2008.

The Fortune Cookie has generally received positive reviews.

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