Review of Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) by Kyle T — 22 Aug 2016

Loveable characters in an amusing New Zealand adventure. Well worth watching.

This review of Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) was written by Kyle T on 22 Aug 2016.

Hunt for the Wilderpeople has generally received very positive reviews.

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