Review of Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012) by Peter K — 21 Jun 2013

A powerful, metaphorical film with an amazing young actress at the heart of it all.

This review of Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012) was written by Peter K on 21 Jun 2013.

Beasts of the Southern Wild has generally received very positive reviews.

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