Review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) by Joe S — 27 Jan 2013

People need to stop picking on it. It's not ambitious or even unique, but it's acted with so much charm it doesn't matter.

This review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) was written by Joe S on 27 Jan 2013.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has generally received positive reviews.

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