Review of Reign of Fire (2002) by Beth O — 19 Jun 2009

Worth it for Christian Bale's shoddy accent.

This review of Reign of Fire (2002) was written by Beth O on 19 Jun 2009.

Reign of Fire has generally received mixed reviews.

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I honestly thought this movie was fine. The special effects were great. I just wish the movie showed more about the dragons invading and attacking…

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By Michael H (3,299) on 01 May 2016

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I liked this so much better the first time I watched it, but it lacks dragons. MOAR DRAGONS…

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