Review of Transcendence (2014) by Christa W — 05 Sep 2014

Great concept. Great actors. Great effects. Horribly boring.

This review of Transcendence (2014) was written by Christa W on 05 Sep 2014.

Transcendence has generally received mixed reviews.

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