Review of Masters of the Universe (1987) by Leigh L — 18 Nov 2007

All Time Classic. 'By the powers of grayskull...'.

This review of Masters of the Universe (1987) was written by Leigh L on 18 Nov 2007.

Masters of the Universe has generally received mixed reviews.

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