Review of The Opposite of Sex (1998) by Charlie . — 05 Jul 2006

There are not nearly enough Martin Donovan movies on here.

This review of The Opposite of Sex (1998) was written by Charlie . on 05 Jul 2006.

The Opposite of Sex has generally received positive reviews.

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