Review of Your Friends & Neighbors (1998) by Grayson D — 30 Jul 2010

Black comedy with misogynistic, unsympathetic characters. The dialogue was snappy and realistic but it just wasn't my cuppa tea.

This review of Your Friends & Neighbors (1998) was written by Grayson D on 30 Jul 2010.

Your Friends & Neighbors has generally received positive reviews.

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