Review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) by Indira S — 02 Jan 2013

It's refreshing to see my contemporaries is a well written, well acted and fun movie.

This review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) was written by Indira S on 02 Jan 2013.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has generally received positive reviews.

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