Review of Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) by Ian W — 10 Jul 2016

This is the best movie I have seen in many years. It is well worth a second look.

This review of Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) was written by Ian W on 10 Jul 2016.

Hunt for the Wilderpeople has generally received very positive reviews.

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