Review of The Adjustment Bureau (2011) by Santosh N — 18 May 2012

Intriguing fantasy based on Philip K Dick's short story!

This review of The Adjustment Bureau (2011) was written by Santosh N on 18 May 2012.

The Adjustment Bureau has generally received positive reviews.

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