Review of Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011) by Cornell W — 02 May 2012

I don't like "you figure it out" endings.

This review of Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011) was written by Cornell W on 02 May 2012.

Martha Marcy May Marlene has generally received positive reviews.

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