Review of The Adjustment Bureau (2011) by Cristiano C — 23 Oct 2012

Mind-boggling as "Inception". A movie about fighting for your own free will.

This review of The Adjustment Bureau (2011) was written by Cristiano C on 23 Oct 2012.

The Adjustment Bureau has generally received positive reviews.

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