Review of Excalibur (1981) by David S — 03 Jan 2011

Calling it melodramatic would be akin to calling Matterhorn a molehill. And yet...it's strangely compelling and entertaining (genuinely for the most part, campily for the rest).

This review of Excalibur (1981) was written by David S on 03 Jan 2011.

Excalibur has generally received positive reviews.

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