Review of Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011) by Chris S — 19 Oct 2013

Well worth a watch even though its not in the same class as the 1st.

This review of Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011) was written by Chris S on 19 Oct 2013.

Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows has generally received positive reviews.

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