Review of In the Heart of the Sea (2015) by Jay C — 29 Dec 2015

Excellent film that keeps you on the edge of your seat. True story and will be of interest to any history buff.

This review of In the Heart of the Sea (2015) was written by Jay C on 29 Dec 2015.

In the Heart of the Sea has generally received mixed reviews.

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