Review of Kiki (2016) by Peter Debruge for Variety — 14 Aug 2016

Regrettably, Kiki seems far less interested in entertainment than activism.

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This review of Kiki (2016) was written by Peter Debruge and published by Variety on 14 Aug 2016.

Kiki has generally received positive reviews.

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