Review of Waterworld (1995) by Joshua M — 01 Apr 2010

Classic. Was the most expensive movie ever made. Not anymore.

This review of Waterworld (1995) was written by Joshua M on 01 Apr 2010.

Waterworld has generally received mixed reviews.

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