Review of Beowulf (2007) by Genevieve H — 18 Jan 2011

I like this movie...but it barely resembles the actual Beowulf epic. So don't expect authenticity.

This review of Beowulf (2007) was written by Genevieve H on 18 Jan 2011.

Beowulf has generally received mixed reviews.

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