Review of Super (2010) by Tom V — 27 Feb 2012

Rather depressing and some people would argue that that is what makes it better than kick-ass but I like kick-ass better.

This review of Super (2010) was written by Tom V on 27 Feb 2012.

Super has generally received positive reviews.

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