Review of Midnight Special (2016) by Gimly M — 13 Sep 2016

The ambiguities of Jeff Nichols' Midnight Special are part of the appeal, making this inspired, well-acted sci-fi trip both fascinating and maddening.

This review of Midnight Special (2016) was written by Gimly M on 13 Sep 2016.

Midnight Special has generally received positive reviews.

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By Vibhooti M (78) on 26 Jun 2017

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