Review of In the Heart of the Sea (2015) by Keith E — 01 Jan 2016

OK movie, wasn't spectacular in any way.

This review of In the Heart of the Sea (2015) was written by Keith E on 01 Jan 2016.

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

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