Review of Take Shelter (2011) by Marieke V — 20 Aug 2012

Little bit of a slow start but then it made up for it...

This review of Take Shelter (2011) was written by Marieke V on 20 Aug 2012.

Take Shelter has generally received very positive reviews.

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