Review of A Hologram for the King (2016) by Roberto W — 29 Jun 2017

Surprisingly enjoyable drama-comedy, with Tom Hanks and great supporting cast. This is supposed to be 2010 but it feels sometimes as a sci fi movie.

This review of A Hologram for the King (2016) was written by Roberto W on 29 Jun 2017.

A Hologram for the King has generally received mixed reviews.

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