Review of Equilibrium (2002) by Alex T — 08 Mar 2012

Equilibrium is brilliant in concept and well executed to boot. Bale is a stand out.

This review of Equilibrium (2002) was written by Alex T on 08 Mar 2012.

Equilibrium has generally received positive reviews.

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