Review of Magic in the Moonlight (2014) by Keith C — 16 Aug 2014

Meh. The ending really dragged itself out.

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

Magic in the Moonlight has generally received mixed reviews.

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