Review of Arthur (2011) by Sidney C — 15 Feb 2012

Brand is the perfect actor to play the millionaire man-child. Had some funny moments but nowhere near as good as the original.

This review of Arthur (2011) was written by Sidney C on 15 Feb 2012.

Arthur has generally received mixed reviews.

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