Review of Young Adult (2011) by Marianne M — 17 Nov 2014

I really enjoy the way Charlize Theron chooses roles that play with traditional notions of beauty and femininity.

This review of Young Adult (2011) was written by Marianne M on 17 Nov 2014.

Young Adult has generally received positive reviews.

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