Review of The Opposite of Sex (1998) by Lee B — 29 Mar 2008

Interesting movie, but not the best I've ever seen.

This review of The Opposite of Sex (1998) was written by Lee B on 29 Mar 2008.

The Opposite of Sex has generally received positive reviews.

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