Review of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) by Jake J — 05 Sep 2014

Amazing movie! Loved the high frame rate. made the 3D much more enjoyable to watch.

This review of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) was written by Jake J on 05 Sep 2014.

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug has generally received very positive reviews.

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