Review of Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014) by Ted W — 14 May 2015

Slow with probably Bale's worst performance to date (hopefully ever). Some great talent was asleep while this one was made.

This review of Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014) was written by Ted W on 14 May 2015.

Exodus: Gods and Kings has generally received mixed reviews.

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