Review of The Prince and the Showgirl (1957) by Caroline L — 15 Feb 2008

And who said she could not act!

I laughed so much with the romantic setting over dinner. very touching.

This review of The Prince and the Showgirl (1957) was written by Caroline L on 15 Feb 2008.

The Prince and the Showgirl has generally received mixed reviews.

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