Review of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) by Charp — 16 Dec 2012

I loved every minute of this movie. I wouldn't have changed a thing. I read the hobbit 20 years ago and I am very happy with the result of this movie.

This review of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) was written by Charp on 16 Dec 2012.

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

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