Review of The Beaver (2011) by Kelly B — 19 Jan 2012

Mel Gibson's finest performance, one of the best films of 2011...

This review of The Beaver (2011) was written by Kelly B on 19 Jan 2012.

The Beaver has generally received positive reviews.

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