Review of Watership Down (1978) by Tim S — 28 May 2015

Bunny politics. Gritty, violent and depressing film about animated rabbits. The world and tone has been crafted to perfection.

This review of Watership Down (1978) was written by Tim S on 28 May 2015.

Watership Down has generally received very positive reviews.

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