Review of The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) by James T — 26 Aug 2015

Minor differences between the original trilogy we all know from before make this reboot just about edge its predecessors.

This review of The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) was written by James T on 26 Aug 2015.

The Amazing Spider-Man has generally received positive reviews.

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