Review of The Gay Divorcee (1934) by Nicole T — 26 Aug 2007

One of my favorite movies by the lovely duo of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers!

This review of The Gay Divorcee (1934) was written by Nicole T on 26 Aug 2007.

The Gay Divorcee has generally received very positive reviews.

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