Review of The Shape of Water (2017) by Sam W — 16 Feb 2018

Now that is a movie. I always liked Del Toro, but he moved to a new height here...

This review of The Shape of Water (2017) was written by Sam W on 16 Feb 2018.

The Shape of Water has generally received very positive reviews.

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Hawkins got an Oscar nomination for Best SUPPORTING Actress??!!?? Are you kidding me…

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