Review of The Monuments Men (2014) by Michael D — 24 Jan 2015

Slow, historically inaccurate, and generally not engaging. Great hype that does not deliver.

This review of The Monuments Men (2014) was written by Michael D on 24 Jan 2015.

The Monuments Men has generally received mixed reviews.

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