Review of Blackfish (2013) by Peter C — 07 Aug 2014

I never have and never will go to Sea World! Animals need to be free in their own habitat.

This review of Blackfish (2013) was written by Peter C on 07 Aug 2014.

Blackfish has generally received very positive reviews.

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