Review of Being John Malkovich (1999) by Stefano C — 28 Mar 2018

Thank you Kaufman and thank you Malkovich for this surreal and quirky journey. Loved it.

This review of Being John Malkovich (1999) was written by Stefano C on 28 Mar 2018.

Being John Malkovich has generally received very positive reviews.

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