Review of Sightseers (2012) by Tim W — 24 Nov 2015

Psychopathic black comedy horror drama, both funny and disturbing. Took a strange turn halfway through. Pretty weird, very British. 6.5/10.

This review of Sightseers (2012) was written by Tim W on 24 Nov 2015.

Sightseers has generally received positive reviews.

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