Review of The Finest Hours (2016) by Paul F — 20 Jun 2016

While it looks the business the movie just isn't dramatic enough.

This review of The Finest Hours (2016) was written by Paul F on 20 Jun 2016.

The Finest Hours has generally received positive reviews.

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By Tom D (1,091) on 09 May 2018

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Pine ... is in his element as the resolute rescuer. His character is heroic, but in the strong, silent kind of way…

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