Review of The Wolfpack (2015) by Berni E — 10 May 2016

Excellent documentary that manages to stay totally non-judgemental about a really unique set of circumstances.

This review of The Wolfpack (2015) was written by Berni E on 10 May 2016.

The Wolfpack has generally received positive reviews.

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