Review of Memoirs of a Geisha (2005) by Elizabeth H — 26 Jun 2011

Rob Marshall has always been indulgent, but at least here it's all stuff you'll enjoy watching.

This review of Memoirs of a Geisha (2005) was written by Elizabeth H on 26 Jun 2011.

Memoirs of a Geisha has generally received positive reviews.

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