Review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) by Eriko O — 04 Apr 2013

Delightful movie, but the India I saw wasn't like this.

This review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) was written by Eriko O on 04 Apr 2013.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has generally received positive reviews.

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