Review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) by Michael E — 20 Jun 2013

Brilliant film. Outrageously camp and some fantastic performances.

This review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) was written by Michael E on 20 Jun 2013.

Behind the Candelabra has generally received mixed reviews.

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