Review of The Adjustment Bureau (2011) by Sheridan P — 12 Oct 2013

I'm not sure how it got all the hype it did - it's essentially a love story.

This review of The Adjustment Bureau (2011) was written by Sheridan P on 12 Oct 2013.

The Adjustment Bureau has generally received positive reviews.

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