Review of Mr. Brooks (2007) by Jimbo S — 06 Apr 2010

I was looking forward to seeing Kevin Costner play a bad guy. And I wasn't disappointed. Now I just wonder why I enjoyed seeing a serial killer in action so much!

This review of Mr. Brooks (2007) was written by Jimbo S on 06 Apr 2010.

Mr. Brooks has generally received positive reviews.

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