Review of Midnight Special (2016) by David R — 22 Jul 2016

Etwas zu ernst... und zu gewollt. STRANGER THINGS gefiel mir besser.

This review of Midnight Special (2016) was written by David R on 22 Jul 2016.

Midnight Special has generally received positive reviews.

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I think I know what I am now.. Midnight Special This is a mere peculiar discussed topic rather than an astonishing tale like a good old E.T…

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Emotional and imaginative, while propelled by terrific performances, the film's final explanations both give too much, and leave you wanting-well,…

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By Adam L (814) on 28 Sep 2017

Overlooked gem from last year. Shannon is a master and Edgerton is a wonderful compliment. Better marketing could have made this one a big hit…

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By Roy M (115) on 02 Sep 2018

Quite a good an enjoyable film although not one I would watch again…

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