Review of The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) by Marilee A — 12 Jun 2011

Sincere, original and beautifully human in all its odd ways. A work of genius.

This review of The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) was written by Marilee A on 12 Jun 2011.

The Royal Tenenbaums has generally received very positive reviews.

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