Review of Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006) by José R — 10 Sep 2013

Dreary costume drama, Les Mis meets Tommy, unconvincing ending.

This review of Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006) was written by José R on 10 Sep 2013.

Perfume: The Story of a Murderer has generally received positive reviews.

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