Review of The Brothers Grimm (2005) by Brendan N — 25 Jul 2009

A little too predictable, and not funny enough to bother for a second watch..

This review of The Brothers Grimm (2005) was written by Brendan N on 25 Jul 2009.

The Brothers Grimm has generally received mixed reviews.

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