Review of Our Idiot Brother (2011) by Paige M — 14 Mar 2012

This movie was actually very well acted and funny! I caught my self constantly saying, "He is such an idiot!".

This review of Our Idiot Brother (2011) was written by Paige M on 14 Mar 2012.

Our Idiot Brother has generally received mixed reviews.

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