Review of Independence Day: Resurgence (2016) by Howard F — 05 Nov 2016

Two stars, for action. But painfully acted and dialogue that might as well have been tweeted.

This review of Independence Day: Resurgence (2016) was written by Howard F on 05 Nov 2016.

Independence Day: Resurgence has generally received mixed reviews.

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