Review of Real Steel (2011) by Denise B — 03 Jan 2013

Utterly ridiculous, horribly predictable... and fantastically fun to watch!

This review of Real Steel (2011) was written by Denise B on 03 Jan 2013.

Real Steel has generally received positive reviews.

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