Review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) by Luíza G — 20 Sep 2013

Those guys are FANTASTIC!! Damon and Douglas are in their most glamorous moment! Script, costume and direction are amazing also.

This review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) was written by Luíza G on 20 Sep 2013.

Behind the Candelabra has generally received mixed reviews.

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