Review of Watchmen (2001) by Mark G — 07 Sep 2013

Philosophy and superheroes. A wonderfully multi-layered film based on arguably the greatest graphic novel ever written.

This review of Watchmen (2001) was written by Mark G on 07 Sep 2013.

Watchmen has generally received positive reviews.

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