Review of Cowboys & Aliens (2011) by Chase M — 12 Jul 2013

A fun, awesome summer film, with my favorite actor and favorite Bond headlining the cast!

This review of Cowboys & Aliens (2011) was written by Chase M on 12 Jul 2013.

Cowboys & Aliens has generally received mixed reviews.

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