Review of Margot at the Wedding (2007) by Rachel R — 11 Aug 2008

A brilliant exercise in black humor and dysfunctional families.

This review of Margot at the Wedding (2007) was written by Rachel R on 11 Aug 2008.

Margot at the Wedding has generally received mixed reviews.

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