Review of Watchmen (2001) by Brad S — 05 Oct 2013

Sadly, yet perhaps not so surprisingly, a mediocre adumbration of the novel.

This review of Watchmen (2001) was written by Brad S on 05 Oct 2013.

Watchmen has generally received positive reviews.

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