Review of Bridge of Spies (2015) by Jessica T — 12 Feb 2016

Blah. Stale fare that should have come out in the 70s. Dear Spielberg get with the times!

This review of Bridge of Spies (2015) was written by Jessica T on 12 Feb 2016.

Bridge of Spies has generally received very positive reviews.

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