Review of Elephant (2015) by Shane B — 03 Aug 2012

One of the most pretentious, boring, overrated films I've seen. Atrocious.

This review of Elephant (2015) was written by Shane B on 03 Aug 2012.

Elephant has generally received positive reviews.

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