Review: Colonia (2015)

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#Aargh. Passes the Bechdel because Emma Watson is told to shut up. And she is told she's dangerous because she's brainy.

IMDB The Colony (2015)
Actors: Emma Watson, Daniel Brühl
Director: Florian Gallenberger

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