Review of The Black Balloon (2008) by Mikel W — 17 May 2008

Really enjoyable. Bonus points for gratuitous Australiania.

This review of The Black Balloon (2008) was written by Mikel W on 17 May 2008.

The Black Balloon has generally received positive reviews.

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