Review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) by Vincent W — 22 Sep 2011

Oh man I love this movie! Normally I hate Finnish movies but I was thrilled after I saw this! And I can't believe they're showing Finnish movie in US theatres.

This review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) was written by Vincent W on 22 Sep 2011.

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ross V (116) on 16 Dec 2015

I think the great reviews of it spoilt it for me. Didn't find it particularly funny or scary. Two thumbs up for the concept and cast though…

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