Review of I, Daniel Blake (2016) by Roger B — 04 Nov 2016

A wonderful film. Brilliantly acted. I wonder if Damien Green will watch it ??

This review of I, Daniel Blake (2016) was written by Roger B on 04 Nov 2016.

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