Review of The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004) by Josiah C — 30 Aug 2012

The Princess Diaries 2 tries to redo the quirky tone of its predecessor with little success.

This review of The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004) was written by Josiah C on 30 Aug 2012.

The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement has generally received mixed reviews.

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