Review of Room 237 (2012) by Gerry R — 29 Aug 2013

I loved this documentary. Full review on my Letterboxd themoviefreak2001.

GRADE:A.

This review of Room 237 (2012) was written by Gerry R on 29 Aug 2013.

Room 237 has generally received positive reviews.

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