Review of Reign of Fire (2002) by Bob J — 21 Nov 2012

I had a decent time watching it but I just couldn't get over how pitifully stupid it really was.

This review of Reign of Fire (2002) was written by Bob J on 21 Nov 2012.

Reign of Fire has generally received mixed reviews.

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