Review of Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) by Thomas L — 19 Aug 2016

Decent buddy movie. Unbelievable premise that they did not get stiffer punishment. I enjoyed Sam Neil & newcomer.

This review of Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) was written by Thomas L on 19 Aug 2016.

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