Review of The King of Marvin Gardens (1972) by White R — 21 Mar 2009

Great introduction but overall fairly ordinary. Nicholsons talent is severely underused in this movie.

This review of The King of Marvin Gardens (1972) was written by White R on 21 Mar 2009.

The King of Marvin Gardens has generally received mixed reviews.

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