Review of Masters of the Universe (1987) by Dan S — 11 Feb 2008

Cheesy fun from 1987, this live-action version of He-Man is much more entertaining than today's digitally overloaded comic book adaptations.

This review of Masters of the Universe (1987) was written by Dan S on 11 Feb 2008.

Masters of the Universe has generally received mixed reviews.

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