Review of The King of Marvin Gardens (1972) by Rob G — 28 May 2007

Jason! Jason, r u gonna leave me??!! lol.

Ellen burstyn - amazin.

This review of The King of Marvin Gardens (1972) was written by Rob G on 28 May 2007.

The King of Marvin Gardens has generally received mixed reviews.

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