Review of The Brothers Grimm (2005) by Bill S — 14 Aug 2015

Atmospheric and gritty with some good performances but not as memorable as one of the brothers fine fairytales.

This review of The Brothers Grimm (2005) was written by Bill S on 14 August 2015.

The Brothers Grimm has generally received mixed reviews.

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