Review of Moonrise Kingdom (2012) by François M — 21 Sep 2013

This film is a joy to watch. its unique style funny dialoge and its amazing camerawork make up for the carboard performances.

This review of Moonrise Kingdom (2012) was written by François M on 21 Sep 2013.

Moonrise Kingdom has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Robert A (771) on 27 Nov 2017

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By Grace D (148) on 30 Dec 2017

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Best movie ever. This masterpiece has no faults, no problems, and nothing wrong with it. It's the only movie that is absolutely perfect…

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The filmmakers have not gone to children for the sake of their bewildered innocence but for their ferocious clarity of intention and their…

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A great movie with wonderful visual effects, a nice, fine sense of humor and an excellent romantic summer atmosphere…

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By Katrina J (112) on 20 Dec 2017

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