Review of Conan the Barbarian (2011) by Todd N — 21 Apr 2012

Higher production quality & a more complex portrail of the character. I think this could be the start of a decent theatrical franchise.

This review of Conan the Barbarian (2011) was written by Todd N on 21 Apr 2012.

Conan the Barbarian has generally received mixed reviews.

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