Review of The Adjustment Bureau (2011) by Dan S — 06 Jan 2014

Really enjoyable drama/sci-fi thriller, shades of Inception evident, the concept naturally interesting and the films pacing driving home the urgency.

This review of The Adjustment Bureau (2011) was written by Dan S on 06 Jan 2014.

The Adjustment Bureau has generally received positive reviews.

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