Review of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) by Isabella B — 15 Aug 2013

Gross-out gags, perverse commercialism, tear-jerking, and a bizarrely sexual love story have found its way into this colorful adaptation of Dr. Seuss' book.

This review of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) was written by Isabella B on 15 Aug 2013.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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