Review of Margot at the Wedding (2007) by Kate H — 03 Aug 2008

GOOD ACTING. PERHAPS A LITTLE DRAWN OUT. DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES YES.

This review of Margot at the Wedding (2007) was written by Kate H on 03 Aug 2008.

Margot at the Wedding has generally received mixed reviews.

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