Review of Evan Almighty (2007) by Samuel M — 19 Feb 2011

They made a sequel to Bruce Almighty with a very minor character from the first. At least Morgan Freeman reprised his role as God.

This review of Evan Almighty (2007) was written by Samuel M on 19 Feb 2011.

Evan Almighty has generally received mixed reviews.

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It's nothing compared to the original but it is has some fun moments. It is definitely a forced sequel but it is watchable thanks to Steve Carrell…

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