Review of The Leisure Seeker (2018) by Jody B — 10 Apr 2018

I thought this was a fantastic movie. The acting was top notch and the story was heartfelt. Truly a love story without the happy ending.

This review of The Leisure Seeker (2018) was written by Jody B on 10 Apr 2018.

The Leisure Seeker has generally received positive reviews.

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