Review of Pompeii (2014) by Joseph A — 26 May 2014

Much better than I expected, but still not that good. Good enough for what it was.

This review of Pompeii (2014) was written by Joseph A on 26 May 2014.

Pompeii has generally received mixed reviews.

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