Review of Dunkirk (2017) by Chris P — 18 Aug 2017

Way overrated in my opinion. Character development is nil.

This review of Dunkirk (2017) was written by Chris P on 18 Aug 2017.

Dunkirk has generally received very positive reviews.

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