Review of Margot at the Wedding (2007) by Tim F — 31 Mar 2009

Pretty good character study. Oddly enough, I liked Jack Black's character the best.

This review of Margot at the Wedding (2007) was written by Tim F on 31 Mar 2009.

Margot at the Wedding has generally received mixed reviews.

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