Review of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) by Chris B — 17 Mar 2015

Jim Carrey is gr8! But is giving the Grinch a backstory and love interest really necessary!

This review of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) was written by Chris B on 17 Mar 2015.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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To me this film is an ugly, moldy Christmas sweater that terrifies you every time you look at it…

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