Review of Captain Fantastic (2016) by Anne N — 15 Dec 2016

A bit quirky, but LOVED this film! All the kids were fantastic actors, excellent story line. Mystery, despair, joy, belonging, wonderful. Congratulations to all!

This review of Captain Fantastic (2016) was written by Anne N on 15 Dec 2016.

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