Review of The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) by Roy R — 17 Dec 2011

Definitely strange, even for Wes, yet I found it quite charming.

This review of The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) was written by Roy R on 17 Dec 2011.

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

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