Review of The Hobbit (1977) by Terry S — 25 Dec 2018

This Rankin & Bass adaptation of Tolkein novel, is better than Peter Jackson trilogy.

This review of The Hobbit (1977) was written by Terry S on 25 Dec 2018.

The Hobbit has generally received positive reviews.

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