Review of Valhalla Rising (2009) by Michiel S — 29 Jun 2016

Very shots but thats it very small story and a lot of nothing.

This review of Valhalla Rising (2009) was written by Michiel S on 29 Jun 2016.

Valhalla Rising has generally received mixed reviews.

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