Review of Gods and Monsters (1998) by Sue A — 31 May 2008

Outstanding! The performances (by Ian McKellan, Brendan Fraser, and in particular LYNN REDGRAVE) are astonishing...

This review of Gods and Monsters (1998) was written by Sue A on 31 May 2008.

Gods and Monsters has generally received very positive reviews.

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