Review of The Best and the Brightest (2010) by Scott K — 23 May 2011

Maybe this one is for parents with kids. I just couldn't connect with it. Peter serafinowicz saved the movie from boredom.

This review of The Best and the Brightest (2010) was written by Scott K on 23 May 2011.

The Best and the Brightest has generally received negative reviews.

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