Review of Kon-Tiki (2012) by Bob L — 13 Jul 2013

Beautifully shot. Interesting subject. Still, kind of a straightforward adventure, an abbreviated Robinson Crusoe.

This review of Kon-Tiki (2012) was written by Bob L on 13 Jul 2013.

Kon-Tiki has generally received positive reviews.

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