Review of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (2016) by Joyce W — 28 Oct 2016

Absolutely loved this movie. It screams Tim Burton, beautifully crafted, dark with a twisted sense of humor.

This review of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (2016) was written by Joyce W on 28 Oct 2016.

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children has generally received positive reviews.

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