Review of Uptown Girls (2003) by Kris C — 15 Aug 2008

Brittany Murphy reminds me why I'm pro choice.

This review of Uptown Girls (2003) was written by Kris C on 15 Aug 2008.

Uptown Girls has generally received mixed reviews.

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