Review of The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) by Briana H — 24 May 2011

Too out there for me. Everyone's performance was amazing but just didn't enjoy the story.

This review of The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) was written by Briana H on 24 May 2011.

The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus has generally received positive reviews.

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