Review of Seeking a Friend for the End of the World (2012) by Walt P — 15 Jun 2013

Enjoyable movie, off beat, and endearing ending. What is not to like....

This review of Seeking a Friend for the End of the World (2012) was written by Walt P on 15 Jun 2013.

Seeking a Friend for the End of the World has generally received positive reviews.

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