Review of A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018) by Kyle F — 29 Jan 2018

A genuinely enjoyable watch with smart and dark humour throughout.

This review of A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018) was written by Kyle F on 29 January 2018.

A Futile and Stupid Gesture has generally received positive reviews.

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