Review of Dark Shadows (2012) by Crystal S — 08 Aug 2013

Slight chuckles where heard from me occasionally throughout, but I really expect more from Burton.

This review of Dark Shadows (2012) was written by Crystal S on 08 Aug 2013.

Dark Shadows has generally received mixed reviews.

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