Review of Magic in the Moonlight (2014) by Alex C — 31 Jul 2014

A pleasant but not compelling romantic opposition of faith versus reason, for whatever reason.

This review of Magic in the Moonlight (2014) was written by Alex C on 31 Jul 2014.

Magic in the Moonlight has generally received mixed reviews.

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