Review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) by Lety C — 13 Jun 2013

The central performances lift this way above the average bio pic. Rob Lowe almost steals the show. Fabulous.

This review of Behind the Candelabra (2013) was written by Lety C on 13 Jun 2013.

Behind the Candelabra has generally received mixed reviews.

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