Review of Watchmen (2001) by Jacob G — 26 Mar 2016

Compelling and beautiful at first, then the plot knots up and soon maintaining interest in this very long story becomes a chore.

This review of Watchmen (2001) was written by Jacob G on 26 Mar 2016.

Watchmen has generally received positive reviews.

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