Review of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) by Linda M — 25 Aug 2012

Jim Carrey does a great job as the grinch.

This review of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) was written by Linda M on 25 Aug 2012.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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