Review of The Seven Year Itch (1955) by Sunil J — 10 Feb 2009

Marilyn Monroe is as hot and adorable as ever but this movie is really just okay.

This review of The Seven Year Itch (1955) was written by Sunil J on 10 Feb 2009.

The Seven Year Itch has generally received positive reviews.

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