Review of A Hologram for the King (2016) by Heather M — 15 Aug 2016

I just loved this movie. Best I have seen in years.

This review of A Hologram for the King (2016) was written by Heather M on 15 Aug 2016.

A Hologram for the King has generally received mixed reviews.

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As simple its storyline may be, the film delivers a sweet and serene cut of a man finding his way to hold on to life, and love…

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By Julia R (98) on 30 Jun 2017

I cannot believe Tom Hanks agreed to star in this utter rubbish…

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By Dan B (1,694) on 12 Jun 2017

I sat through this whole movie but I couldn't even tell you what happened (that's because nothing happened.) I'd avoid if you want a good movie :(…

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Hanks is great but the film is very flat in the final third…

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