Review of A Private Function (1984) by Brittany M — 19 Aug 2007

I was rooting for the pig all along. What an elegant comedy of manners!

This review of A Private Function (1984) was written by Brittany M on 19 August 2007.

A Private Function has generally received positive reviews.

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