Review of Jack Brooks: Monster Slayer (2007) by Alex K — 19 Nov 2008

Not as funny or action packed as I hoped. More attempts at comedy drama than anytging else. Average.

This review of Jack Brooks: Monster Slayer (2007) was written by Alex K on 19 Nov 2008.

Jack Brooks: Monster Slayer has generally received mixed reviews.

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