Review of Real Steel (2011) by Keenan S — 14 Oct 2012

I now wish robot boxing really existed. It's real steel, & a film with heart! Hugh Jackman is a winner, and Evangeline Lilly from my beloved Vancouver, is a beauty.

This review of Real Steel (2011) was written by Keenan S on 14 Oct 2012.

Real Steel has generally received positive reviews.

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