Review of Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) by Lars L — 10 Mar 2009

Ugh...I try to pretend this movie doesn't exist.

This review of Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) was written by Lars L on 10 Mar 2009.

Highlander II: The Quickening has generally received negative reviews.

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