Review of Magic in the Moonlight (2014) by Jennifer B — 16 Aug 2014

Delightful, entertaining, witty, funny. Much better than the mixed reviews indicate. Well written screenplay, good acting by Colin Firth.

This review of Magic in the Moonlight (2014) was written by Jennifer B on 16 Aug 2014.

Magic in the Moonlight has generally received mixed reviews.

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