Review of Waterworld (1995) by My N — 01 Jan 2010

After seeing Dances with Wolves I had big hopes for Costner in this movie, but he disappointed me in Waterworld, although I have seen it 3 times.

This review of Waterworld (1995) was written by My N on 01 Jan 2010.

Waterworld has generally received mixed reviews.

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