Review of The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) by Ben H — 28 Oct 2013

Some problems in the middle act, but all in all you get your good dose of Wes Anderson's antiques.

This review of The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) was written by Ben H on 28 Oct 2013.

The Royal Tenenbaums has generally received very positive reviews.

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