Review of Our Idiot Brother (2011) by Johann B — 09 Jan 2012

The story line is slower than the main character.

This review of Our Idiot Brother (2011) was written by Johann B on 09 Jan 2012.

Our Idiot Brother has generally received mixed reviews.

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