Review of MirrorMask (2005) by Warren G — 08 Mar 2009

Disappointing fantasy film by Henson. It definitely gets points for being different (odd) but gives us nothing worth remembering.

This review of MirrorMask (2005) was written by Warren G on 08 Mar 2009.

MirrorMask has generally received positive reviews.

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