Review of The Next Best Thing (2000) by Stephane C — 02 Jun 2007

A little slow at times, but still charming. a really good story.

This review of The Next Best Thing (2000) was written by Stephane C on 02 Jun 2007.

The Next Best Thing has generally received mixed reviews.

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