Review of Waterworld (1995) by Pete S — 24 Apr 2011

This movie is actually really well done. I don't see why so many people seem to hate it. It's really imaginative and pretty interesting.

This review of Waterworld (1995) was written by Pete S on 24 Apr 2011.

Waterworld has generally received mixed reviews.

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