Review of The Water Diviner (2014) by Thomas S — 25 Sep 2015

Surprised to find the end of the film set in the village we stayed in on holiday this year.

This review of The Water Diviner (2014) was written by Thomas S on 25 Sep 2015.

The Water Diviner has generally received positive reviews.

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