Review of Transcendence (2014) by Erica Z — 25 Aug 2014

Was not what I expected I thought it would be scary but it was smart...and sad...

This review of Transcendence (2014) was written by Erica Z on 25 Aug 2014.

Transcendence has generally received mixed reviews.

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