Review of Penguins of Madagascar (2014) by James C — 20 Mar 2015

This madcap adventure eventually becomes far too nonsensical for the adult palette. What the hell did I just watch?

This review of Penguins of Madagascar (2014) was written by James C on 20 Mar 2015.

Penguins of Madagascar has generally received positive reviews.

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