Review of Beowulf & Grendel (2005) by Emma B — 05 Feb 2008

Good acting, and nice visuals. Realistic storytelling and low on special effects, which I like.

This review of Beowulf & Grendel (2005) was written by Emma B on 05 Feb 2008.

Beowulf & Grendel has generally received mixed reviews.

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