Review of Hancock (2008) by Doug B — 23 Sep 2013

Interesting take on forever love. Worth watching.

This review of Hancock (2008) was written by Doug B on 23 Sep 2013.

Hancock has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Robert A (771) on 24 Jul 2017

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By John D (2,323) on 16 Jul 2016

Really painfully flawed. Let's get that clear but... But really great acting and the cinematography. Fantastic…

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By Kim Newman (791) for Empire (3,446) on 28 Jan 2018

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By Filippo V (494) on 22 Feb 2018

Un film incredibilmente piatto e senza sale…

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By Tasha Robinson (753) for The A.V. Club (5,644) on 11 Dec 2016

It's a daring, even mildly challenging mixture for a superhero film, and while the pieces don't entirely add up, the puzzle is at least original…

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