Review of My Week with Marilyn (2011) by Karen L — 11 Aug 2012

Credit to Michelle Williams. She truly did a wonderful job on portraying Marilyn Monroe/Norma Jeane.

This review of My Week with Marilyn (2011) was written by Karen L on 11 Aug 2012.

My Week with Marilyn has generally received positive reviews.

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