Review of Watchmen (2001) by Nicolò M — 05 Jun 2014

Zack Snyder's adaptation of Watchmen's comics is a dark representation of the cold war between America and URSS. It is not a simple or direct and easy film , with a complex narrative structure. Great special effect for a violent action film.

This review of Watchmen (2001) was written by Nicolò M on 05 Jun 2014.

Watchmen has generally received positive reviews.

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