Review of The Dark Tower (2017) by Ray S — 25 Feb 2011

Wow wow wow Ron Howard + Stephen King? yes please!

This review of The Dark Tower (2017) was written by Ray S on 25 Feb 2011.

The Dark Tower has generally received mixed reviews.

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