Review of The War of the Roses (1989) by Are W — 14 Aug 2008

So funny, so dark, so... familiar?

(sorry, Mom).. lol.

This review of The War of the Roses (1989) was written by Are W on 14 Aug 2008.

The War of the Roses has generally received positive reviews.

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