Review of Children of Men (2006) by Wil R — 01 Feb 2018

Master film-making. This movie got me to start watching movies in the theater again. Kudos in every notion. Tears of joy at the end. Thank you Universal.

This review of Children of Men (2006) was written by Wil R on 01 Feb 2018.

Children of Men has generally received very positive reviews.

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