Review of Dark Shadows (2012) by Alexander M — 03 Sep 2013

Depp plays a good character and there are some very funny caveman learns new technology moments. That is about it.

This review of Dark Shadows (2012) was written by Alexander M on 03 Sep 2013.

Dark Shadows has generally received mixed reviews.

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