Review of Excalibur (1981) by Jason S — 15 Jun 2009

Starts well...but then just sorta wanders...come on, someone make a good adaptation of the classic books.

This review of Excalibur (1981) was written by Jason S on 15 Jun 2009.

Excalibur has generally received positive reviews.

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