Review of Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) by Parris F — 11 Jul 2007

Never before has a sequel so completely ruined the original movie. It actually made me angry.

This review of Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) was written by Parris F on 11 Jul 2007.

Highlander II: The Quickening has generally received negative reviews.

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