Review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) by Joyce M — 25 Jun 2013

Packed full of WTF moments, this is an insane sequin covered fiesta! Rob Lowe is a standout cameo as Dr Startz, the celebrity plastic surgeon/drug dealer.

This review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) was written by Joyce M on 25 Jun 2013.

Behind the Candelabra has generally received mixed reviews.

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