Review of Young Adult (2011) by Jg F — 08 Nov 2012

Solid movie but kinda what I would expect from Jason Reitman.

This review of Young Adult (2011) was written by Jg F on 08 Nov 2012.

Young Adult has generally received positive reviews.

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