Review of Rushmore (1998) by Cal V — 28 Aug 2016

My favorite Wes Anderson film. Like a modern day Harold and Maude!

This review of Rushmore (1998) was written by Cal V on 28 Aug 2016.

Rushmore has generally received very positive reviews.

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