Review of Gods and Monsters (1998) by Donald H — 16 Jan 2008

A Heartbreaking Tale that left me in tears. Ian McKellen's finest preformance, as well as a stupendous Brenden Frasier.

This review of Gods and Monsters (1998) was written by Donald H on 16 Jan 2008.

Gods and Monsters has generally received very positive reviews.

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