Review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) by Sean R — 24 May 2014

Dull, but came together well enough at the end.

This review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) was written by Sean R on 24 May 2014.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has generally received positive reviews.

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