Review of Zoolander (2001) by Jialing F — 03 Jan 2012

Very funny in places. Feels compromised by its wackyness.

This review of Zoolander (2001) was written by Jialing F on 03 Jan 2012.

Zoolander has generally received positive reviews.

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