Review of Chronicle (2012) by Josh M — 27 Apr 2013

Well acted and plotted. Presents a more realistic picture of what really might happen to a group of kids granted super powers.

This review of Chronicle (2012) was written by Josh M on 27 Apr 2013.

Chronicle has generally received positive reviews.

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By Robertson R (95) on 27 May 2017

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By Py C (178) on 19 May 2017

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