Review of Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) by Amanda V — 11 Jun 2008

Despite the change in story I really enjoyed this one....I loved that Connery came back! I didn't think it was that bad.

This review of Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) was written by Amanda V on 11 Jun 2008.

Highlander II: The Quickening has generally received negative reviews.

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