Review of W. (2008) by Tina A — 02 Dec 2011

I guess this movie was supposed to make us feel bad for W but it just further cements the fact that he is an idiot.

This review of W. (2008) was written by Tina A on 02 Dec 2011.

W. has generally received mixed reviews.

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