Review of The Hedgehog (2009) by Richard L — 29 Sep 2013

I had to watch this as part of this week's school homework. You have to watch it because it is an amazing film that is everything but what it seems.

This review of The Hedgehog (2009) was written by Richard L on 29 Sep 2013.

The Hedgehog has generally received positive reviews.

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