Review of Downsizing (2017) by Jon R — 03 Jan 2018

Bland and annoyingly empty, Downsizing runs a great concept into the ground pretty quick.

This review of Downsizing (2017) was written by Jon R on 03 Jan 2018.

Downsizing has generally received mixed reviews.

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