Review of The King Is Dead! (2012) by Matthew H — 18 Nov 2012

Rolf De Heer's latest is an amusing look at Australian suburbia, with compelling characters at it's core. An entertaining, witty and well made Aussie film.

This review of The King Is Dead! (2012) was written by Matthew H on 18 Nov 2012.

The King Is Dead! has generally received mixed reviews.

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