Review of Young Adult (2011) by Rebeccah R — 19 Nov 2012

Embarrassing, blues and fantastic. Charlize Theron is great!

This review of Young Adult (2011) was written by Rebeccah R on 19 Nov 2012.

Young Adult has generally received positive reviews.

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