Review of A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018) by Jamie K — 27 Jan 2018

While nowhere near perfect, this was a fun and informative movie.

This review of A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018) was written by Jamie K on 27 Jan 2018.

A Futile and Stupid Gesture has generally received positive reviews.

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