Review of Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008) by Compi24 — 28 Nov 2012

Despite a dismally doom-laden plot, Del Toro's utterly breathtaking visuals and charm send this sequel soaring into the right direction.

This review of Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008) was written by Compi24 on 28 Nov 2012.

Hellboy II: The Golden Army has generally received positive reviews.

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