Dream Girl

Dream Girl

SHE DID WHAT EVERY GIRL WANTS TO DO...AND DOESN'T DARE!

1948 · 85 min · ★ 5.0 · Comedy, Romance

A young woman spends much of her time fantasizing about what might be, but a realistic admirer tries to convince her to live the life she has.

Directed by Mitchell Leisen · Written by Arthur Sheekman

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