Review of The Brothers Grimm (2005) by Anthony P — 24 Apr 2012

Mediocre effects mixed with a boring and predictable story. One to pass on.

This review of The Brothers Grimm (2005) was written by Anthony P on 24 Apr 2012.

The Brothers Grimm has generally received mixed reviews.

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