Review of The Golden Compass (2007) by Jess C — 03 Jan 2011

Gorgeous and talented actress.. unfortunately what she has is all wasted in this movie. The first and only movie that made me sleep in the cinema up till now.

This review of The Golden Compass (2007) was written by Jess C on 03 Jan 2011.

The Golden Compass has generally received mixed reviews.

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