Review of Margaret (2011) by Erik P — 12 Nov 2012

Stupid plot but the screenplay is really good, the ending ruined it for me ..so silly.

This review of Margaret (2011) was written by Erik P on 12 Nov 2012.

Margaret has generally received positive reviews.

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