Review of The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010) by Andrew W — 29 Aug 2011

It has some enjoyable parts, but overall, predictable and a little drab.

This review of The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010) was written by Andrew W on 29 Aug 2011.

The Sorcerer's Apprentice has generally received mixed reviews.

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