Review of John Carter (2012) by Marky L — 26 Nov 2015

Like a strange mix of Avatar and Star Wars.

This review of John Carter (2012) was written by Marky L on 26 Nov 2015.

John Carter has generally received positive reviews.

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I would like to say to the 'top critics'... Go home! you are drunk! John Carter is a great movie…

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By Car N (18) on 25 Dec 2017

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