Review of Frankenweenie (2012) by Evan A — 09 Jun 2015

Tim Burton once again warms are hearts somehow with such dark and scary visuals. (A-).

This review of Frankenweenie (2012) was written by Evan A on 09 Jun 2015.

Frankenweenie has generally received positive reviews.

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