Review of Mozart and the Whale (2005) by Megan W — 25 Aug 2007

An underrated, underpublicized movie that is both funny and heartbreaking at the same time.

This review of Mozart and the Whale (2005) was written by Megan W on 25 Aug 2007.

Mozart and the Whale has generally received positive reviews.

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