Review of Blackfish (2013) by Jacqueline R — 11 Jun 2014

If you are going to watch one documentary this year, let it be Blackfish. Also; don't buy tickets to SeaWorld. If you don't know why, watch it.

This review of Blackfish (2013) was written by Jacqueline R on 11 Jun 2014.

Blackfish has generally received very positive reviews.

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