Review of Gods and Monsters (1998) by Jenna N — 26 Mar 2006

The most beautiful, wonderful of movies ever! Brilliantly acted and I shall say it until i'm blue in the face - Brendan Fraser was robbed of the Oscar nom!!

This review of Gods and Monsters (1998) was written by Jenna N on 26 Mar 2006.

Gods and Monsters has generally received very positive reviews.

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