Review of Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) by Tracey S — 24 Feb 2008

Grand sequel! Enjoyed it as much as the first movie!

This review of Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) was written by Tracey S on 24 Feb 2008.

Highlander II: The Quickening has generally received negative reviews.

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