Review of Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (2009) by Jason J — 26 Aug 2014

A predictable twist on a villain being a hero and bringing the series full circle.

This review of Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (2009) was written by Jason J on 26 Aug 2014.

Underworld: Rise of the Lycans has generally received positive reviews.

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