Review of The War of the Roses (1989) by Lorripops C — 19 Dec 2007

This is THE most amazing film ever, Kathleen Turner kicks ass!!

This review of The War of the Roses (1989) was written by Lorripops C on 19 Dec 2007.

The War of the Roses has generally received positive reviews.

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