Review of Annapolis (2006) by Chris M — 14 Oct 2007

I was expecting worse, actually. Not a bad film at all.

James Franco... :).

This review of Annapolis (2006) was written by Chris M on 14 Oct 2007.

Annapolis has generally received mixed reviews.

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