Review of Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (2009) by Oscar G — 14 Jan 2012

A story that didn't really need to be told, but an entertaining one nonetheless.

This review of Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (2009) was written by Oscar G on 14 Jan 2012.

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

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