Review of The Specials (2000) by Tucker M — 13 Aug 2007

Batman? Spider-man? Who? Make way for the specials. Best superhero movie by far!

This review of The Specials (2000) was written by Tucker M on 13 Aug 2007.

The Specials has generally received mixed reviews.

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