Review of Mystery Men (1999) by Kate L — 16 Mar 2009

Funny. feel good movie. I like the fork guy. I forget Ben Stiller's power. I don't think he actually had one...

This review of Mystery Men (1999) was written by Kate L on 16 Mar 2009.

Mystery Men has generally received mixed reviews.

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