Review of The Philadelphia Story (1940) by Anna L — 14 Nov 2009

Smart romantic comedy with Katharine Hepburn, Jimmy Stewart and Cary Grant.

This review of The Philadelphia Story (1940) was written by Anna L on 14 Nov 2009.

The Philadelphia Story has generally received very positive reviews.

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