Review of The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) by Alex C — 21 Jan 2012

Take Lost in Translation, then replace Scarlett Johanssen with Owen Wilson. Viola!

This review of The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) was written by Alex C on 21 Jan 2012.

The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou has generally received positive reviews.

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