Review of Cowboys & Aliens (2011) by Steven B — 12 Sep 2012

I didn't think it was amazing it was good not brilliant tho.

This review of Cowboys & Aliens (2011) was written by Steven B on 12 Sep 2012.

Cowboys & Aliens has generally received mixed reviews.

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