Review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) by Susan B — 24 Mar 2013

Funny and quirky and atmospherically accurate!

This review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) was written by Susan B on 24 Mar 2013.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has generally received positive reviews.

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By Robert A (771) on 28 Jan 2018

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