Review of Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012) by Cody M — 13 Feb 2013

I thought it was very well directed and acted, but something's missing in the story.

This review of Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012) was written by Cody M on 13 Feb 2013.

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

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