Review of The Finest Hours (2016) by Jim M — 17 Sep 2016

Wonderful experience. True courage. Felt cold just watching it.

This review of The Finest Hours (2016) was written by Jim M on 17 Sep 2016.

The Finest Hours has generally received positive reviews.

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