Review of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life (2003) by Tony J — 06 Oct 2012

Anjelinas badass as ever, but the dialog and plot is lackluster.

This review of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life (2003) was written by Tony J on 06 Oct 2012.

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life has generally received mixed reviews.

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