Review of Our Idiot Brother (2011) by Russell C — 01 Jun 2012

I think this is one of Paul Rudd's best movies he's been in..He just plays a very lovable character :P.

This review of Our Idiot Brother (2011) was written by Russell C on 01 Jun 2012.

Our Idiot Brother has generally received mixed reviews.

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