Review of The Specials (2000) by Conor S — 22 Jun 2007

Better than any superhero movie out there today. God bless you, James Gunn.

This review of The Specials (2000) was written by Conor S on 22 Jun 2007.

The Specials has generally received mixed reviews.

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