Review of Alice in Wonderland (2010) by Thomas B — 29 Jan 2015

Frustratingly wrong-headed in terms of the story and too concerned with making something dark and brooding as a result. Full review later.

This review of Alice in Wonderland (2010) was written by Thomas B on 29 Jan 2015.

Alice in Wonderland has generally received mixed reviews.

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