Review of The Impossible (2012) by Jorge G — 10 Jun 2014

Very touching movie. Very well done. Exceptional performances by Tom Holland and Naomi Watts.

This review of The Impossible (2012) was written by Jorge G on 10 Jun 2014.

The Impossible has generally received very positive reviews.

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