Review of The Goodbye Girl (1977) by Ken K — 29 May 2007

A classic love story that shows how love blossoms between actors in the business of acting.

This review of The Goodbye Girl (1977) was written by Ken K on 29 May 2007.

The Goodbye Girl has generally received positive reviews.

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