Review of The Philadelphia Story (1940) by Carolina M — 02 Sep 2008

Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and Jimmy Stewart...what more could you ask for?

This review of The Philadelphia Story (1940) was written by Carolina M on 02 Sep 2008.

The Philadelphia Story has generally received very positive reviews.

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Cary Grant is so handsome. Katharine Hepburn is so awesome. And this movie is just yar as a result…

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