Review of Alexander the Last (2009) by ?Kissa-Hime? — 01 Jul 2010

In the end, after watching it, I didn't have a clue what the movie was about. Not a movie I would suggest others to see.

This review of Alexander the Last (2009) was written by ?Kissa-Hime? on 01 Jul 2010.

Alexander the Last has generally received mixed reviews.

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