Review of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) by Kirkie B — 16 Feb 2017

I love Lord of the Rings but The Hobbit was so much better! A definite must watch~.

This review of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) was written by Kirkie B on 16 Feb 2017.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey has generally received positive reviews.

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