Review of Pete's Dragon (2016) by Joseph K — 22 Aug 2016

I enjoyed it. Classic Disney feel good, tear jerker, happy ending movie.

This review of Pete's Dragon (2016) was written by Joseph K on 22 Aug 2016.

Pete's Dragon has generally received positive reviews.

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