Review of Blade Runner 2049 (2017) by Maxim D — 02 Feb 2018

Visually pleasing yet underwhelming and plodding attempt at a Blade Runner sequel with an inferior story and bland characters. Disappointing.

This review of Blade Runner 2049 (2017) was written by Maxim D on 02 Feb 2018.

Blade Runner 2049 has generally received very positive reviews.

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