Review of Downsizing (2017) by Smari V — 30 Mar 2018

Slow moving, not as interesting as the previews, fizzled out with no wow ending unfortunately.

This review of Downsizing (2017) was written by Smari V on 30 Mar 2018.

Downsizing has generally received mixed reviews.

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