Review of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) by Jack B — 13 Feb 2012

A well made and very colorful Seuss adaptation that is a festive treat and succeeds thanks to a barnstorming performance by Carrey.

This review of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) was written by Jack B on 13 Feb 2012.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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