Review of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) by Charlie L — 08 Nov 2012

A solid feature which rates as probably one of the worst of the Potter films.

This review of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) was written by Charlie L on 08 Nov 2012.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince has generally received very positive reviews.

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