Review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) by Dave S — 05 Oct 2012

Very good and very funny. As usual, Maggie Smith steals the movie. Good entertainment.

This review of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) was written by Dave S on 05 Oct 2012.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has generally received positive reviews.

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