Review of There's Something About Mary (1998) by Jamie B — 29 Jul 2012

Don't like Cameron but the movie is alright I guess.

This review of There's Something About Mary (1998) was written by Jamie B on 29 Jul 2012.

There's Something About Mary has generally received positive reviews.

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