Review of Appaloosa (2008) by Ed Q — 14 Aug 2009

A good film that could have been a great film. Excellent first half, boring last half. Zellwegger annoyed me greatly.

This review of Appaloosa (2008) was written by Ed Q on 14 Aug 2009.

Appaloosa has generally received positive reviews.

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